► THINGS TO KNOW WHEN VISITING THIS WEBSITE…
⑉ Symbols…
You’ll see one of these symbols next to each preventive service. It tells you for whom Medicare covers the service or test.
* Remember –The services listed in this booklet are covered if you have Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance).
⑉ Risk factors…
You’ll see lists of factors that increase your risk of developing a certain disease. If you’re not sure if you’re at high risk, talk to your doctor.
⑉ Part B deductible…
The Part B (Medical Insurance) deductible in 2018 is $183. This amount may change yearly.
⑉ Medicare-approved amount…
In Original Medicare, the Medicare-approved amount is the amount a doctor or supplier can be paid, including what Medicare pays, and any deductible, coinsurance, or copayment that you pay. It may be less than the actual amount a doctor or supplier charges. Doctors and suppliers who accept assignment accept the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. If you get your services from a doctor or supplier who doesn’t accept assignment, you might pay more.
⑉ Assignment…
Assignment is an agreement by your doctor, provider, or supplier to be paid directly by Medicare, to accept the payment amount Medicare approves for the service, and not to bill you for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.
⑉ Drug coverage…
Medicare Part D covers prescription drugs that may help you treat a disease or condition found by preventive screening tests, like high cholesterol. You can review and compare cost and coverage information of Medicare drug plans by visiting Medicare.gov/find-a-plan. Generally, you can join a Medicare drug plan between October 15–December 7. Your coverage will begin on January 1 of the following year.
This website was current at the time it was published or uploaded onto the web. Medicare policy changes frequently. Our website was prepared as a service to the public and is not intended to grant rights or impose obligations, it contain references or links to statutes, regulations, or other policy materials. The information provided is only intended to be a general summary. It is not intended to take the place of either the written law or regulations. We encourage readers to review the specific statutes, regulations, and other interpretive materials for a full and accurate statement of their contents.