Under his insurance plan, Scott is required to have prior approval for his upcoming knee replacement. Before the surgery, the surgeon must have which approval document from the insurance carrier for the surgery?

A. Patient encounter form
B. Preauthorization/precertification approval
C. Expressed consent
D. Informed consent


Answer: B

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