Which diagnostic tests did you select for this client? Tissue glutaminase antibody (IgA tGT)
C reactive protein (CRP), blood
Capsule endoscopy
Colon biopsy
Colonoscopy
CBC
CMP
CT abdomen
CTA, abdomen
ESR
Sigmoidoscopy
Vitamin B12
Using the estimated national average cost for each diagnostic test from a website such as MD save calculate the total cost for diagnostic testing for this client if she was uninsured. How might this information change your decision to order diagnostic tests for the client? Would lack of insurance change your management plan? Why or why not?
How would you alter your management plan for this client if she was experiencing food insecurity or lack of housing?