The Reason That Patient Confidentiality Is Paramount Is Because the Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

The reason that patient confidentiality is paramount is because the patient communicates sensitive information that _____.

• A)assists the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions
• B)cannot be redisclosed to other providers caring for the patient
• C)is submitted to third-party payers for reimbursement purposes
• D)must be carefully documented to ensure maximum remuneration

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A moving mass of ice, snow, rock, and other sediment.

Mountain Front

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