Which of the following BEST defines a presenting problem of low severity?

A. A problem that, if untreated, may lead to increased morbidity and may even significantly impact the patient's health or ability to function
B. A problem that has a specific course and is not chronic in nature, is not likely to permanently impact the patient's long term health, and poses little risk of mortality without treatment
C. A problem that, if untreated, has a high risk of significant morbidity or mortality or an extreme, negative impact on the patient's health or ability to function
D. A problem that may not require the presence of a physician, but is provided under the supervision of a physician

B

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Providers who do NOT achieve the HITECH meaningful use standards in 2017 will face penalties that consist of a:

`A) 1% reduction of Medicare reimbursement. B) 2 % reduction of Medicare reimbursement. C) 3 % reduction of Medicare reimbursement. D) 4 % reduction of Medicare reimbursement.

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