Supply charge capture is a process that: (Select all that apply.) a.

QUESTION

Supply charge capture is a process that: (Select all that apply.)

a. uses the CDM to charge a patient for supplies used in the patient’s care.
b. is a method to manage and inventory supplies.
c. accounts for pharmaceutical supplies based on federal requirements.
d. closely links the supply chain to the revenue management system.

ANSWER:

ANS: A, D
The supply charge master assigns a charge for the care provided to a patient. Without a charge being assigned, the patient will not be billed, so this is also a critical part of the revenue cycle.