Critics of the practice argue that concurrent surgery may add unnecessary risk and erode patient trust. Supporters say that it can be done safely and improves access to care. Learn more...
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An article in Kaiser Health News discusses the issue of concurrent surgery. The writer notes that Medicare billing rules permit concurrent surgery as long as the attending surgeon is present during the critical portion of each operation.
Critics of the practice argue that concurrent surgery may add unnecessary risk and erode patient trust. Supporters say that it can be done safely and improves access to care. Learn more...
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