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Learning Objectives
Apply Medicare observation coverage rules
Evaluate the appropriate application of ABNs for observation patients
Comply with inpatient order and certification requirements
Breakdown the 2-midnight rule benchmark
Identify exceptions to the 2-midnight benchmark
Assess the effect of the inpatient-only list on utilization review determinations
Differentiate between condition code 44 and W2
Quantify inpatient and outpatient deductibles and co-payments