The Difference Between a Referral and a Consultation Is ____

Multiple Choice

The difference between a referral and a consultation is ____.

A) that in a referral, the primary physician sends the patient to another physician for health care.
B) that in a consultation, the patient is treated by a specialist.
C) a CPT code used for a consultation and ICD-10-CM for a referral
D) where the medical service is provided.