Medicare does not approve the use of ambulatory surgery centers and refers all its patients to inpatient hospital ORs for procedures

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

ANS: F
Ambulatory centers are highly regulated by governmental agencies, and require certification for reimbursement.

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