If a nonparticipating provider's usual fee is $600, the allowed amount is $300, and balance billing is permitted, what amount is written off?

Name: If a nonparticipating provider's usual fee is $600, the allowed amount is $300, and balance billing is permitted, what amount is written off?
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.8 (45 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The amount written off is $0 because in balance billing, the provider can bill the patient for the difference between the usual fee and the allowed amount, meaning nothing is written off.

If a Nonparticipating Provider's Usual Fee Is $600, the Allowed