Urgently needed care is defined in the Medicare program as

A. an unexpected illness or injury that requires immediate treatment.
B. a chronic illness that has suddenly become an acute condition.
C. a life or death situation.
D. a life-threatening injury that needs emergency room care.


Answer: A

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