What does Medicare cover for an inpatient psychiatric hospital stay? Are outpatient psychiatric services covered by Medicare? How much will Medicare pay for mental health and substance use services, and what out-of-pocket costs will … [Read more...] about Medicare Coverage of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
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Cases
Beitzel v. Becerra U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California The Center for Medicare Advocacy and Community Legal Services at the McGeorge School of Law filed this class action on behalf of Medicare beneficiaries who have lost … [Read more...] about Cases
Regla de Mejoría
THE CENTER FOR MEDICARE ADVOCACY LANZA UN NUEVO PROYECTO REMOVIENDO LA MAYOR BARRERA AL CUIDO NECESARIO: INICIATIVA DE ABÓGACIA & EDUCACION PARA LA "REGLA DE MEJORÍA" El Center for Medicare Advocacy ha lanzado una … [Read more...] about Regla de Mejoría
Part D / Prescription Drug Benefits
Introduction to Medicare Part D This section constitutes an introduction to Part D. For more detailed information on any of the topics in this section, please click on the links within the topics. There, you will also find relevant legislative, … [Read more...] about Part D / Prescription Drug Benefits
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
Hospice
What is Hospice Care? Quick Guide to Aid in Identifying Coverable Care Medicare covers hospice as a comprehensive program of care services and supports for terminally ill patients and their families if they meet the following … [Read more...] about Hospice
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
Medicare Coverage & Appeals
For other information, follow one of the links below or scroll down the page. Generally, coverage is available when services are medically reasonable and necessary for treatment or diagnosis of illness or injury. Part A … [Read more...] about Medicare Coverage & Appeals
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
Hospital
How many days of coverage am I entitled to under the Medicare hospital benefit? Is there a deductible for a hospital stay? If so, how much is it? My mother is being told she will be discharged from the hospital in two days; what are my … [Read more...] about Hospital