In the RBRVS calculation, the GPCI takes into account:
A)The geographic location of a practice or provider
B)The type of provider specialty
C)The malpractice risk of a procedure
D)The overhead cost of the practice

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In the RBRVS calculation, the GPCI takes into account the geographic location of a practice or provider. GPCI stands for Geographic Practice Cost Index, and it takes into account the relative price differences in geographical location. The GPCI is a part of the RBRVS (Resource Based Relative Value Scale), which calculates a reasonable fee for procedures.

In the RBRVS Calculation, the GPCI Takes into Account