Missouri SMP Escape Room

Heading to your doctor’s office for a check-up, you’re excited that you’re nearly healed. You like and trust your doctor, so you’re not anticipating any fraud attempts. However, mistakes may still be made that will create headaches for you later. 

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1. You can use the information you prepared to ensure you’re receiving the correct services.

Correct! Healthcare trackers serve as one resource with all documentation. Having it all together helps you review your Medicare Summary Notice. It makes it easier for you as a patient to recognize when something isn’t right.

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2. You should dispute your bill because of the additional charge for the radiologist.

Correct! If you received additional services at your visit, or had to get things like x-rays taken, it is correct to be billed for those services. Always make sure the services you are billed for match the services provided.

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3. You should review paperwork carefully before you sign it.

Correct! Advanced Beneficiary Notices are meant to be signed, so you are informed that Medicare may not cover a service you receive. By signing, you agree to cover the cost of the service if Medicare doesn’t. They should only be used in specific situations, so read over them thoroughly before signing to make sure everything is filled out correctly.

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