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Semin Hear 1999; 20(2): 97-100
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1082923
Copyright © 1999 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

The Reimbursement System: From Managed Care to Medicare

Barry A. Freeman
  • Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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01 August 2008 (online)

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Abstract

The health care system generally has not recognized audiologists as autonomous providers who have direct access to patients and can be reimbursed for services. Legislative efforts are promoting the knowledge.

Keywords:

Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) - relative value units (RVUs) - limited licensed practitioners - Medicare