A participating provider's usual and customary fee for a service is $120; the Medicare allowed amount is $78 . What is the amount of the write-down adjustment?
What will be an ideal response?
$42 (120–78).
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) limit your primary assessment and treatment to airway management until she has been disentangled from the vehicle. B) assess the patient's level of consciousness, reassure her that she will be okay, and allow the rescue team to disentangle her. C) place a heavy glass-proof blanket over the patient, go around to the opposite side of the vehicle, and provide reassurance to the patient. D) perform a primary assessment, attempt to treat any life-threatening injuries, and remain with the patient as she is being disentangled.