An appliance, apparatus, or product intended for use in assisting or treating a patient is sometimes covered by insurance and is billed as:
A) durable medical equipment (DME).
B) pharmaceuticals.
C) office supplies.
D) surgical supplies.

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Durable medical equipment (DME) is the correct term for appliances, apparatus, or products intended for patient use that may be covered by insurance and billed for reimbursement. Pharmaceuticals, office supplies, and surgical supplies are not typically included under the term DME.

An Appliance, Apparatus, or Product Intended for Use in Assisting