When Preparing the First Statements Sent to Patients to Bill

question 77

Multiple Choice

When preparing the first statements sent to patients to bill for medical services, the charges should be itemized:

• A)if they were not explained to the patient before he or she received the services
• B)on all first statements sent out
• C)for bills that will also be submitted to an insurance carrier
• D)if many patients call with billing questions

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