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BCEN CEN Practice Question

An uninsured patient presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain. After assessment, it is determined that the patient requires an emergency appendectomy. However, the patient expresses concern about the ability to pay for the treatment. What is required of the emergency department under EMTALA in this situation?

  • Begin the process to transfer the patient to another hospital where the treatment costs might be lower.

  • Offer a financial counselor to discuss payment plans and alternative options with the patient before proceeding with treatment.

  • Provide stabilizing treatment for the emergency medical condition before any transfer or discharge.

  • Defer treatment until insurance verification can be completed.

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