The Advent of the ____ on April 1, 2002, Defined

question 5

Multiple Choice

The advent of the ____ on April 1, 2002, defined a separate category of reimbursement for interfacility transport patients requiring specialized interventions beyond the Paramedic's scope of practice.

• A) Medical Treatment and Active Labor Fee Schedule
• B) Affordable Transport Fee Schedule
• C) Health Care and Education Reconciliation Fee Schedule
• D) National Medicare Ambulance Fee Schedule

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Definitions:

Debris Avalanche

A rapid flow of rock, soil, and other debris down a slope, often triggered by natural events such as earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

Rock Slide

A type of landslide involving the rapid sliding of rock mass down a slope, often triggered by rainfall, earthquakes, or volcanic activity.

Debris Flow

A moving mass of loose mud, sand, soil, rock, and water that travels down slopes and valleys, often caused by heavy rainfall or rapid melting of snow and ice.

Rock Avalanche

A rapid, massive descent of rocks down a hill or mountainside, typically triggered by natural processes like erosion or earthquakes.