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New Medicare Home Health Regulations: Improvement is Not Required to Obtain Coverage

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new regulations on November 17th regarding coverage for home health services. The new regulations clarify Medicare coverage for home health services, including physical therapy, … [Read more...] about New Medicare Home Health Regulations: Improvement is Not Required to Obtain Coverage

Cases

Barton Reeves v. Becerra U.S. District Court, Connecticut In this case, the Medicare agency made a fundamental error of law when it denied coverage of skilled nursing facility (SNF) care for a Connecticut resident. After a hearing with an … [Read more...] about Cases

Part B

What items or services are covered by Medicare Part B? Are routine physical exams covered under the Medicare Part B benefit? What does it mean if my doctor "accepts assignment?" Does Medicare Part B pay for the entire cost of Part B … [Read more...] about Part B

Medicare Advantage

WHAT IS MEDICARE ADVANTAGE? In addition to the government's traditional Medicare program, Medicare offers individuals the option to receive services through a variety of private insurance plans.  These private insurance options are part of … [Read more...] about Medicare Advantage

Discharge Planning

Rights and Procedures for Medicare Beneficiaries in Various Care Settings What does "Discharge Planning" plan for? What is the hospital supposed to do to prepare me for discharge? How do I get notified? How can I argue being … [Read more...] about Discharge Planning

Chronic Conditions

Services for Beneficiaries with Chronic Conditions Many beneficiaries and providers often have questions about obtaining Medicare and Medicare Advantage coverage for services provided to individuals with on-going, chronic conditions. Medicare … [Read more...] about Chronic Conditions

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