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Directions: Read the scenario below and then answer the questions that follow.
Preferred Provider Organization
(PPO) Scenario:
A patient who has been dealing with a back injury for the past 2 months runs out of pain medication and asks his PCP for a refill. The PCP denies the refill and suggestions over-the-counter medication. The patient decides to go see another doctor and get a prescription.
1. Are there Ethical Issues Yes or No Yes
2. Are there Legal Issues Yes or No No
3. What is the issue? The ethical issue is that the doctor denies refilling the medication
(ethical and/or legal)
4. What is your recommendation ?