The New York Times reports, "Some doctors — often internists but also gastroenterologists, gynecologists, psychiatrists and other specialists — are no longer accepting Medicare, either because they have opted out of the insurance system or they are not accepting new patients with Medicare coverage." These physicians argue "reimbursement rates are too low and paperwork too much of a hassle."
From the American Association for Justice news release.
I am a Dallas, Texas lawyer who has had the privilege of helping thousands of clients since 1971 in the areas of Personal Injury law, Social Security Disability, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning for Long Term Care, and VA Benefits.
Please click the CONTACT button at the top of this page if you have questions about Personal Injury law, Social Security Disability, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning for Long Term Care, or Veterans Benefits. You’ll find we’re easy to talk to, and we never charge for that first phone call.
Be the first to comment on this post!
Trackback URL
http://www.pissd.com/2009/04/some-physicians-opting-out-of-medicare-due-to-low-reimbursements-and-paperwork/trackback/