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Medical record retention requirements are generally set by:
a.The patient's preference alone
b.The provider's mood
c.Federal and state laws and payer requirements, which specify minimum retention periods
d.The number of pages in the record
解析
How long medical and billing records must be kept is governed by a combination of federal rules, state laws, and payer contracts, with retention periods that vary by record type and jurisdiction. Practices should follow the most stringent applicable requirement. Proper retention supports audits, appeals, and legal defense.
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