A lower GI (gastrointestinal) series, which provides a series of X-rays of the colon and rectum, is also called a(n) ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

barium enema

Another term for a lower GI series is barium enema.

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this rate of administration? A) 17 B) 600 C) 67 D) 167

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When a carrier denies a claim because it determines that another carrier should be the primary payer, __________ of benefits is needed to determine the responsibility of each payer

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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