Which of the Following Statements Best Describes an Outcome of the Balanced

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes an outcome of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997?

• A) Additional funding was provided to the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).
• B) Individuals were able to keep their health insurance when moving from one place to another.
• C) Patient privacy and security of health information was enhanced.
• D) A prospective payment system for home health services was created.

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Definitions:

Body Mass Index

A measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women, used to categorize underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity.

Body Mass Index

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Pellagra

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Thiamine

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