Question

which of the following is the purpose for asking the patient to provide a copy of their identification and insurance cards at check - in?

• to verify the patients identity and fight fraud
• to hold as collateral until the patient has resolved their financial responsibility
• to send to the insurance company
• to give to the provider to identify the patient

Explanation:

Asking for patient ID and insurance cards at check - in is mainly to confirm the patient's identity and prevent fraud (like someone using another's identity for medical services). The other options: sending to insurance company isn't the main check - in purpose, holding as collateral is incorrect, and giving to provider to identify is part of verification but the core is identity verification and fraud - fighting.

Answer:

To verify the patient's identity and fight fraud