Which of the following statements about the reimbursement of health services for nurses is accurate?
1. Reimbursement for health care services can be directed only to physicians.
2. Nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists are reimbursed for Medicare Part B services.
3. Nursing care is a separate budget item in determining hospital service costs.
4. Nursing care is reimbursed separately from medical care in outpatient settings.
ANS: 2
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