What happens when a physician agrees to accept Medicare assignment for a bill?

a. The physician may bill the patient directly.
b. Medicare pays the physician directly for that bill.
c. The physician loses credibility in the community.
d. The total fee that a physician may receive from Medicare is limited by what the patient can afford.


B

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