Speech therapy goals include minimizing speech disorders and maximizing rehabilitation of speech abilities. To be reimbursed by Medicare, these services must be provided by a:
a. bachelor's-level clinician.
b. speech therapist.
c. master's-level clinician.
d. physiatrist.
C
To be reimbursed by Medicare, speech therapy must be provided by a master's-prepared clinician.
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