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rule, means the cost wilt not exceed $100 per per- son; (2) no expense Is incurred for any travel costs (other than in a vehicle owned privately or by the host entity) or overnight lodging; and (3) such events are infrequent. The limitations of this sec- tion do not apply to business meetings at which food (Including meals) may be provided. prior to ac- cepting invitations to training and educational op- portunities that include travel and overnight ac- commodations at reduced or no cost to a colleague or CARE, consult our policies and seek appropriate approvals. CARE colleagues may accept unsolicited gifts with a total value of $25 or less In any one year from any individual or organization who has a business relationship with CARE. For purposes of this paragraph, physicians who make referrals to CARE are considered to have such a relationship. Perishable or consumable gifts given to a CARE department or group are not subject to any specific limitation. CARE colleagues may never accept cash or financial In- struments (e.g., checks, stocks). Finally, under no circumstances may a CARE colleague solicit a gift. Extending Business Courtesies to Non -referral Sources No portion of this section, "Extending Business Courtesies to Non -referral Sources," applies to any individual who makes, or is in a position to make, referrals to CARE. Such business courtesies are addressed In the :Extending Business Courtesies and Tokens of Appreciation to Potential Referral Sources section on page 24 of this Code, and in the CARE Compliance Policies and Procedures. Meals and Entertainment. There may be times when a CARE colleague wish- es to extend to a current or potential business associate (other than some- one who may be in a position to make a patient referral) an Invitation to at- tend a social event (e.g., reception, meal, sporting event, or theatrical event) to further or develop a business relationship. The purpose of the entertain- ment must never be to induce any favorable business action. During these events, topics of a business nature must be discussed and the host must be present. These events must not include expenses paid for any travel costs (other than in a vehicle owned privately or by the host entity) or overnight 25