Medicare and Bankruptcy
If you have filed a bankruptcy petition or are involved in a bankruptcy proceeding, notify your servicing Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) immediately so that we can properly resolve Medicare financial obligations. Even if there are no outstanding payments at the time of the bankruptcy filing, this notification ensures that we handle your situation properly. Notify […]
How do I authorize Medicare to disclose personal information to others?
You must give Medicare written permission (an “authorization”) before Medicare can use or disclose your personal medical information for any purpose other than those stated in the Medicare & You handbook. It is your right to revoke your written permission at any time, except if Medicare has already taken action based on it. If you’re […]
What’s the Part B late enrollment penalty?
If you don’t sign up for Medicare Part B when you’re first eligible and don’t qualify for a Special Enrollment Period, you may have to pay a late enrollment penalty. This penalty is added to your monthly Part B premium and lasts for as long as you have Part B. The penalty is 10 percent […]
How can I stop my Medicare Part B?
To stop your Medicare Part B coverage, you must complete a voluntary termination process through the Social Security Administration. This is a serious decision that requires careful consideration, as you may face penalties and coverage gaps if you decide to re-enroll later. The termination process requires submitting Form CMS-1763 to the Social Security Administration and […]
Does Medicare Cover Physical Therapy?
Physical Therapy Coverage by Medicare Outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy are covered by Medicare Part B. Private practice therapists, outpatient hospital departments, and skilled nursing facilities provide these services. What are the Limits on Physical Therapy? The Medicare therapy spending cap has been eliminated as of 2019. Therefore, Medicare does not limit […]