Post a 350- to 400-word response to the following: The three major elements to critical thinking are logical inquiry, problem solving, and evaluative decision making. In this CheckPoint, you will exercise critical thinking skills to answer the following questions:

o What are the basic elements of an effective medical office financial policy?
o In what ways do medical office procedures support financial policies?
o What are the consequences when office procedures do not support the financial policy?
o What recommendations, strategies or tools can medical offices use to ensure effective alignment of policies and procedures?