Observation vs Admission

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! https://www.mig4u.net #shorttermcare #rehab #medicareshorttermcare #medicarerehab #ama #againstmedicaladvice #observation #medicareobservation #medicareadmission #advocate #medicarepodcast #medicarehospital #medicarephysicaltherapy #medicaredischarge #medicarehospitaldischarge #dischargeagainstmedicaladvice