Question 1

Identify a situation in which the Copy Address button in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box would be used.

Accepted Answer

The Copy Address button in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box is typically used when a new patient, who is a family member (like a child) of an established patient and living at the same address, joins the practice. This feature allows for the easy duplication of address information without the need for re-entry, streamlining the process of adding family members to the practice's system.

Question 2

How can you view a list of a patient's scheduled appointments in Medisoft?

Accepted Answer

To view a list of a patient's scheduled appointments in Medisoft, you click the Appointments button in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box. This action directly opens the interface where the appointments are listed and managed.

Question 3

What tab in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box is used to record the method developed to pay down a patient's remaining overdue balance?

Accepted Answer

The Payment Plan tab is specifically designed to record the method developed to pay down a patient's remaining overdue balance.

Question 4

What tab in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box contains basic patient information?

Accepted Answer

The Name, Address tab in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box contains basic patient information such as the patient's name and address.

Question 5

What tab in the Patient/Guarantor dialog box contains information about a patient's employment?

Accepted Answer

The "Other Information" tab typically contains details about a patient's employment, among other personal and demographic information.

Question 6

Explain why a guarantor's information needs to be entered in Medisoft if the guarantor is not a patient of the practice.

Accepted Answer

A guarantor's information is necessary in Medisoft for processing insurance claims, especially when the guarantor is responsible for the patient's bill but is not a patient themselves. This information is crucial for billing and insurance purposes, not for recording medical history or treatments.

Question 7

Why is it necessary to have the Signature on File check box completed?

Accepted Answer

The patient's signature is on file for the purpose of submitting insurance claims, indicating their consent for the provider to submit claims on their behalf and to receive payments directly from the insurance company.

Question 8

Which of the following fields is/are completed using the MMDDCCYY format?

Accepted Answer

The MMDDCCYY format is typically used for dates that require a full representation, including the month, day, century, and year. This format is commonly used for significant dates such as retirement dates and birth dates, which are crucial for records in various systems. Therefore, both the Retirement Date box of the Other Information tab and the Birth Date box of the Name, Address tab would use this format to ensure clarity and consistency in date recording.

Question 9

What button serves as a shortcut for entering data in Medisoft?

Accepted Answer

The F8 function key serves as a shortcut for entering data in Medisoft.

Question 10

What dialog box is used to enter employer information in Medisoft?

Accepted Answer

The Address dialog box in Medisoft is used to enter and manage employer information.

Question 11

What selections may be made from the Type drop-down list in the Address dialog box?

Accepted Answer

The Type drop-down list in the Address dialog box typically includes options like Referral Source, Employer, and Attorney, among others, making all the given choices correct.

Question 12

Which of the following could be a valid code for an employer in Medisoft?

Accepted Answer

In Medisoft, employer codes typically follow a specific format, often starting with a letter followed by numbers. "ECA12" fits this pattern, while the others do not.

Question 13

Which of the following could not be a valid code for an employer in Medisoft?

Accepted Answer

Medisoft codes for employers typically follow a specific format, usually consisting of a letter followed by alphanumeric characters but are limited in length. Option C, ECC321, exceeds the typical length constraint, making it an invalid code.

Question 14

Name the letter with which employer codes should begin.

Accepted Answer

Employer codes typically begin with the letter "E," indicating "Employer."

Question 15

Identify a person who may be put in the Contact box of the Address dialog box.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Explain when information on the patient information form must be entered into the Medisoft patient/guarantor database.

Accepted Answer

Information on the patient information form must be entered into the Medisoft patient/guarantor database before insurance claims can be submitted to ensure that all necessary patient and insurance information is accurately recorded and processed for billing purposes.

Question 17

How many options does Medisoft provide for conducting searches?

Accepted Answer

Medisoft provides two options for conducting searches: Quick Search and Advanced Search. Quick Search allows for a simple and fast way to find information, while Advanced Search offers more detailed criteria for more refined search results.

Question 18

Which of the following features does Medisoft provide for conducting searches?

Accepted Answer

Medisoft provides features for conducting searches through both the "Search for and Field box" and "Locate buttons," allowing users to efficiently find specific records or information within the system.

Question 19

Information is resorted by the ____________ when a selection is made in the Field box.

Accepted Answer

When a selection is made in the Field box, information is resorted by the selected criteria, which means the data is organized based on the specific attribute or field chosen by the user.

Question 20

In which of the following Medisoft dialog boxes may the Search for and Field feature be used?

Accepted Answer

The Search for and Field feature can be used in all the listed dialog boxes: Diagnosis Code List, Insurance Carrier List, and Address List, making them all correct options.

Quiz 3: Entering Patient Information