Observation vs Admission
Manage episode 424081381 series 3448531
What is and is NOT covered!
Most of what you will learn will apply to both Medicare and Non-Medicare insurance!
Lynette is back and sharing more VALUABLE information with us.
2:00 Differences between Observation and Admission.
Questions to ask
ADVOCATE !!! Nurses, Doctors and Family !!!
2:14 Different types of admission
Admission for treatment or Observation!?
3:20 Example of how to correct billing mistakes and ensure insurance pays the bills.
How NOT to get stuck with a HUGE hospital bill
5:39 DO NOT sign the paper releasing the hospital from obligation.
Do NOT sign that "Against Medical Advice" form !
6:55 Hospitals CAN get stuck with the bill if things are not done correctly.
You "Could" get stuck!
8:25 Crazy charges on a Detailed Bill from the hospital
8:55 Multi-Admissions DO NOT ALLOW IT !!!
11:05 Short Term re-hab and how to ensure it will be paid for
Verbage is EVERYTHING!!!
13:45 The POWER of Advocating for a patient or loved one!
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