Which of the following is not a guideline for performing an ESR?

A) The test must be timed for precisely two hours.
B) The tube must remain undisturbed in a vertical position.
C) Do not place tubes in direct sunlight.
D) The test should be performed within two hours of collection.

A

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A) any tachycardic rhythm with a heart rate greater than 130 beats/min and absent P waves. B) a tachycardic rhythm originating from a pacemaker site above the level of the ventricles. C) an irregular tachycardic rhythm that originates just below the AV junction. D) a regular tachycardic rhythm between 150 and 180 beats/min with P waves buried in the QRS complexes.

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Dr. Smith provides an evaluation and management (E/M) service to a patient in the office and submits a claim for $175 to the insurance company. Dr. Smith is a participating provider with this company. The allowed charge is $75. The write-off amount in this case is $_________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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