Reasonable and Necessary
/ˈriːzənəbl ənd ˈnɛsəsɛri/
Definitions
- (adj.) Appropriate and justified under the circumstances in law or regulation, especially concerning expenses, actions, or decisions.
The court ruled that the plaintiff’s medical expenses were reasonable and necessary.
- (adj.) Meeting the legal criteria for coverage or reimbursement, particularly in insurance, healthcare, or workers’ compensation contexts.
Insurance providers must cover only reasonable and necessary treatments.
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- reasonable and necessary
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal standards for evaluating claims or conduct to ensure actions or costs are justified and appropriate; often a key criterion in insurance and benefits law.
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