What should the medical assistant know about each type of insurance accepted by the medical office?

If a patient is covered by more than one health insurance policy, insurance may pay more than 100% of charges.

What is communicative intent (or intentional communication)? (1-2 sentences)

A patient covered by traditional indemnity insurance always requires a written referral to see a specialist.

If a person must pay a fixed amount of money every time he or she receives medical services, that amount is called a co-payment.

A doctor who participates in Medicare performs a service for which he or she ordinarily charges $350. How much should the physician charge Medicare?

Mary and Tom Weatherly are both covered by a family health insurance plan. Whose plan is the primary plan for their children?

Under Medicare Part A, which of the following goods/services would be covered?

Give an example of explicit, systematic instruction for AAC or literacy for students with CCNs. (1-2 sentences)

When an insurance form has been completed and is ready to be submitted to the insurance company, where should a record be made?