AHIP Exam AHM-530 Topic 3 Question 98 Discussion

Actual exam question for AHIP's AHM-530 exam

Question #: 98
Topic #: 3

Although ambulatory payment classifications (APCs) bear some resemblance to diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), there are significant differences between APCs and DRGs. One of these differences is that APCs:

Atypically allow for the assignment of multiple classifications for an outpatient visit

Balways apply to a patient's entire hospital stay

Ctypically serve as a payment system for inpatient services

Dtypically include reimbursements for professional fees

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Suggested Answer: B

by Margot at Sep 13, 2024, 04:14 PM

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Clemencia

1 days ago

A) seems like the correct answer here. APCs are designed for outpatient services, allowing for multiple classifications per visit.

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Ula

1 days ago

I think the answer is D, because APCs typically include reimbursements for professional fees.

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Francoise

7 days ago

Hmm, that's a good point. I see where you're coming from. It's important to consider all the options before making a final decision.

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Gregoria

8 days ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is A, as APCs typically allow for the assignment of multiple classifications for an outpatient visit.

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Francoise

11 days ago

I think the answer is D, because APCs typically include reimbursements for professional fees.

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