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HCPCS Level II modifier that may be used with CPT or HCPCS Level II codes indicating oral administration of nutrition using no tube.

Board certification

Certification in a medical specialty based on the physician’s proof of experience and expertise. If a physician wishes to practice a specialty, board certification is not a requirement. A doctor who meets the criteria to apply for board certification is referred to as “board eligible.” Also see board eligible .

Board certified

Statement issued by a medical specialty board or association verifying that a physician or other health professional meets professional standards after having passed an examination. Also called boarded or diplomate .

Board committees

Committees formed by members of a corporate board of directors that are created to address a particular aspect or feature of the corporation. Three of the most common board committees and their responsibilities include
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Committees formed by members of a corporate board of directors that are created to address a particular aspect or feature of the corporation. Three of the most common board committees and their responsibilities include (1) audit (overseeing the company&#8217s financial, accounting, and internal and external audit functions), (2) nominating (identifying and recruiting new/additional board members and officers), and (3) compensation (recommending appropriate compensation levels for the company&#8217s management, as well as compensation for members of the board). Board committees normally consist of two to four members of a corporate board of directors.

Board eligible

Description of a physician who is entitled and qualified and who meets the criteria to take the specialty board examination (e.g., has graduated from an approved medical school, has completed specific training, has practiced medicine for a designated time period). Also called board prepared .

Board of Advanced Medical Coding (BAMC)

Professional organization of coders, clinicians, and compliance professionals dedicated to the evaluation, recognition, and advancement of professional medical coders within physician practice, facility, and postacute settings. BAMC offers certification as Advanced Coding Specialists (ACS) to physician and facility coders who successfully complete the qualifying examination. Website: www.advancedmedicalcoding.com