Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Deductible?

The deductible is the amount of co-payment you are required to pay before Medicare or any insurance carrier. The deductible is usually set to zero at the beginning of every calendar year. However, if you don't have any claims until later in the year, you should expect to receive a deductible bill for the first claim(s) submitted to Medicare for the calendar year. Your particular secondary insurance plan may not cover the Medicare deductible and therefore is your responsibility to pay the provider.

NOTE: Medicare will not allow a provider to waive a deductible bill.


	Frequently Asked Questions What is a Deductible? The deductible is the amount of co-payment you are required to pay before Medicare or any insurance carrier. The deductible is usually set to zero at the beginning of every calendar year. However, if you don't have any claims until later in the year, you should expect to receive a deductible bill for the first claim(s) submitted to Medicare for the calendar year. Your particular secondary insurance plan may not cover the Medicare deductible and therefore is your responsibility to pay the provider. NOTE: Medicare will not allow a provider to waive a deductible bill.