Question 1
An ophthalmic practice is analyzing its accounts receivable (A/R). The industry benchmark for A/R days is typically 30-40 days. The practice calculates its current A/R days at 55. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause for this variance?
Correct Answer:
Inefficient claims submission and denial management processes.
Question 2
A practice manager is using benchmarking to evaluate performance. They note the practice's overhead ratio is 70%, while the industry benchmark is closer to 60%. Upon investigation, the staff-per-FTE-provider ratio is in the 90th percentile, and the revenue per encounter is at the 75th percentile. What is the most logical conclusion?
Correct Answer:
The practice may be profitable due to high revenue per encounter, but is likely overstaffed.
Question 3
Which component of the Relative Value Unit (RVU) accounts for the cost of clinical and administrative staff salaries, office space, and medical supplies?
Correct Answer:
Practice Expense (peRVU)
Question 4
An ophthalmologist in a group practice has an ownership interest in a separate imaging center. The ophthalmologist refers Medicare patients to this imaging center for diagnostic tests. Which federal law is most directly implicated by this arrangement?
Correct Answer:
Stark Law (Physician Self-Referral Law)
Question 5
When valuing an ophthalmology practice for a potential sale, which of the following is considered an intangible asset?
Correct Answer:
Goodwill
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