Understanding Medicare Training

The following Understanding Medicare Training educates healthcare providers and patients on the purpose of the Medicare program in the United States. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and also people with End-Stage Renal disease. Additionally, there are three different types of Medicare that all satisfy different things for those who qualify. These are further outlined within the course. Likewise, taking this training course with American Medical Compliance can help your staff become more knowledgeable about this insurance program, as well as work with their patients in this program.

What you will learn:

• Eligibility criteria for Medicare
• Definitions of Medicare Part A and Part B
• How the Medicare Advantage program works
• Definition of Medicare Part D
• Medigap policies
• Various costs associated with Medicare

Details

Course length: 30 minutes. CME: 0.5

Languages: American English

Key features: Audio narration, learning activity, and post-assessment.

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical  Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education to physicians. Our Continuing Medical Education (CME) program is committed to enhancing the knowledge, skills, and professional performance of healthcare providers to improve healthcare outcomes. Through high-quality educational activities, we aim to address the identified educational gaps to support the continuous professional development of our medical community. American Medical Compliance designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should only claim this credit for their complete participation in this activity.

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What does Medicare Cover?

Furthermore, coverage is based on three main factors. First, coverage applies in accordance with federal and state legislation. Then, national coverage decisions made by Medicare about whether something is coverage is necessary. Finally, local coverage decisions made by companies in each state that process claims for the organization. These companies determine if coverage is necessary in their region or not and medically necessary, as well. To learn more about Medicare and its coverage in your area today, click the button below.