The reimbursement method RBRVS uses RVUs to determine how much the allowed amounts are for each procedure or service. RVU stands for:

a. Reasonable Variable Unit.
b. Reliable Variations and Uniformity.
c. Resources Valuation Unity.
d. Relative Value Unit.


Answer: d
Feedback: From Medicare's formula, an RVU is a Relative Value Unit.

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