One of the first determinations required to support performing a test or procedure on a patient is called:
a. Medical necessity.
b. Cause and effect.
c. Probable cause.
d. Catalyst.
Answer: a
Feedback: Medical necessity is the justification, as per standard of care, to provide any service, treatment, procedure, or test.
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