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Beware Medicare’s ‘Observation’ Status

When in the hospital, more Medicare recipients are being held for observation rather than being formally admitted, a status that can leave them with big bills for items including rehabilitation services. While the federal agency that runs Medicare expects new rules to reduce the number of lengthy observation stays, consumer advocates say Medicare recipients remain at risk for surprise bills and should take steps to protect themselves. Read more…

 

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