Which of the Following Statements About EMTALA Is Correct

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about EMTALA is correct?

• A) Requires only hospitals that receive payments from Medicare or Medicaid provide an appropriate medical screening exam
• B) Requires that any facility with a dedicated emergency department provides patients with an appropriate medical screening exam
• C) Requires only private, for-profit hospitals provide patients an appropriate medical screening exam
• D) Mandates that no patient should be billed for services if they cannot pay

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