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Is a patient who has been seen by a physician in the practice within the past 3 years considered an open account?

• True

• False

• Not Applicable

• Depends on the physician's policy

What is the term for the amount a patient must pay out-of-pocket before insurance coverage begins?

• Premium

• Copayment

• Deductible

• Coinsurance

Which task is not within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?

• Administering IV medication

• Taking patient histories

• Assisting with examinations

• Performing basic lab tests

What is the term for a patient who has not been seen by a physician in the practice for more than 3 years?

• Inactive patient

• Active patient

• New patient

• Returning patient

What is the term for a heart rate exceeding 100 bpm with a regular rhythm?

• Sinus Tachycardia

• Atrial Fibrillation

• Bradycardia

• Ventricular Tachycardia

What is the term for a medical assistant's legal ability to perform certain tasks?

• Scope of practice

• Medical ethics

• Patient confidentiality

• Clinical guidelines

What is the name of the schedule that lists the maximum fees that a third-party payer will reimburse for specific services?

• Fee schedule

• Payment chart

• Service rate list

• Reimbursement guide

What is the term for the percentage of costs a patient must pay after the deductible has been met?

• Copayment

• Coinsurance

• Premium

• Out-of-pocket maximum

What is the term for the amount a patient pays for a specific service, regardless of the total cost?

• Deductible

• Copayment

• Premium

• Coinsurance

What program do individuals typically receive upon reaching the age of 65?

• Medicaid

• Medicare

• Social Security

• Supplemental Security Income