Which of the following statements is correct?
A. Physicians must accept Medicare patients, per federal statute.
B. Physicians who do not participate in Medicare may decide whether to accept assignment on a claim-by-claim basis.
C. Physicians who participate in Medicare may decide whether to accept assignment on a claim-by-claim basis.
D. Physicians will receive the same amount of reimbursement regardless if they participate in the Medicare program or not.
Answer: B
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