Why Is Accepting Third-Party Checks from Patients Usually Poor Policy

question 71

Multiple Choice

Why is accepting third-party checks from patients usually poor policy?

• A)This type of check is illegal.
• B)Third-party checks are not negotiable.
• C)The check likely will bounce.
• D)The reliability of the maker cannot be verified.

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Definitions:

Pain Scale

A method of assessing a patient's pain intensity, often through numerical ratings or descriptive qualifiers.

Pain Rating

A method employed by healthcare professionals to measure a patient's pain intensity, often using scales such as the Numeric Pain Rating Scale or the Visual Analog Scale.

Location

A specific place or position.

Area Of Pain

The specific location on the body where a person experiences discomfort or pain.