We refer readers to the CY 2022 OPPS/ASC final rule with comment period (86 FR 63529) for further discussion regarding this policy
In nature, vitamin B12 is primarily found in fish, meat, eggs, and dairy
After consumption, the bodys intestines produce a protein called intrinsic factor (IF) that binds with vitamin B12 to allow these nutrients to be properly absorbed into the bloodstream
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Other nutrients, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphate, zinc and selenium, may be checked in appropriate patients with suspected multiple nutritional deficiencies
After youve filled the syringe with the correct dose, youll safely remove the drawing needle and replace it with the smaller, sterile needle intended for the injection