BCBS Has a Mandatory Second Surgical Opinion (SSO) Requirement Necessary

question 3

Multiple Choice

BCBS has a mandatory second surgical opinion (SSO) requirement necessary when a patient is considering elective, nonemergency surgical care. The initial surgical recommendation must be made by a physician qualified to perform the anticipated surgery. If a second surgical opinion is not obtained prior to surgery, the patient's out-of-pocket expenses may be __________.

• A) eliminated
• B) increased
• C) reduced
• D) waived

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