Dr. Adams has rendered a non-covered procedure to Mrs. Johnson, who is covered by Medicare. She was not advised before the procedure that it is not covered, and she did not sign the ABN. The medical office should:

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Since Mrs. Johnson was not informed beforehand through an Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) that the procedure was not covered by Medicare, she cannot be held financially responsible. The medical office should adjust the charge off her account.

Dr Adams Has Rendered a Non-Covered Procedure to Mrs