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Find Clarity on RVU Designation

Question: I’m trying to figure out reimbursement for my provider, who’s a specialist. What exactly are relative value units (RVUs), and do they differ based on the type of provider? South Carolina Subscriber Answer: According to the AMA: “RVUs are used to support the calculation of physician reimbursements. They are an objective way to identify the cost components linked [...]
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