Which term best describes health insurance coverage offered through private companies rather than through a government program?
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Medical Office Assistant · Medical Economics, Billing, and Coding
Commercial Insurance, HMO, PPO, and Managed Care
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In commercial insurance, the insurance company that pays covered claims is most often called the:
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The regular amount a member (or their employer) pays to keep an insurance policy active is called the:
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A patient asks what a deductible is. Which explanation is accurate?
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A fixed dollar amount a member pays at the time of an office visit is a:
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- Describe commercial insurance and its key cost-sharing terms.
- Distinguish HMO and PPO plans, including network, referral, and cost differences.
- Explain managed care concepts such as networks, referrals, prior authorization, and capitation.
- Apply the medical office assistant's role in verifying eligibility and supporting referrals and authorizations within scope.
Sources & references
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — CMS.gov
- American Health Information Management Association — AHIMA - Health Information and Coding
- AAPC — Medical Coding and Billing
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