The procedural definitions often have indented:

Which of the following factors is NOT considered when determining the payment amount for a procedure in the Medicare fee schedule?

a. Work value b. Medical diagnosis c. Practice expense d. Malpractice

An 80-year-old woman has suddenly became weak and short of breath while working around her house. Even though she sat down to rest, the symptoms have not gotten better. You should suspect:

A) pneumonia. B) asthma. C) angina pectoris. D) myocardial infarction.