Which of the following is true about the National Provider Identifier?
A. It encodes the provider's name, provider type, specialty, and state.
B. It is comprised of 12 alphanumeric characters.
C. It correlates only to the provider's name.
D. Its full implementation will occur in 2015.
Answer: C
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A. arrive at the receiving hospital or facility. B. advise the hospital of the situation via radio. C. give an oral report to a nurse or physician. D. complete all documentation regarding the call.
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