The BCRC takes actions to identify the health benefits available to a beneficiary and coordinates the payment process to prevent mistaken payment of Medicare benefits. The BCRC does not process claims, nor does it handle any GHP related mistaken payment recoveries or claims specific inquiries.
1 A veterinary technology associate's degree typically costs $1,300-$12,000 for in-state tuition and fees (resident rate) or $8,000-$30,000 for out-of-state tuition and fees.2  In general, community colleges offer lower tuition rates than state and private schools. Licensure for veterinary technicians can range from $177 to $250. 2  For example, New York requires vet techs to pay a $177 licensure fee. 3  Books and supplies for veterinary school typically cost $1,500-$3,600 per year.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for veterinarians in May 2015 was $88,490. To become a vet, a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine is required and you must pass the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam to earn licensure. There may be additional licensure requirements specific to each state.