If a physician's office collects a blood sample and sends it to an outside lab, the physician:
A) can bill for obtaining the sample.
B) can never bill for any type of lab work.
C) can bill for analyzing the test results only in certain cases.
D) cannot bill for obtaining the sample.

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The physician cannot bill for obtaining the sample, as this is considered part of the routine care provided in the office. However, the physician may bill for analyzing the test results in certain cases, such as if it requires interpretation or consultation with the patient.

If a Physician's Office Collects a Blood Sample and Sends