If a QIO Provider Renders a Covered Service That Costs

question 47

Multiple Choice

If a QIO provider renders a covered service that costs $100 and bills Medicare for the service and Medicare allowed $58, the provider would bill this amount to the patient.

• A)$42
• B)$58
• C)$100
• D)$0

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Escape

The act of getting away from a place or situation, often used in the context of avoiding or coping with negative circumstances or feelings.

Unpleasant

Causing discomfort, unhappiness, or revulsion; not enjoyable or pleasant.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.