My understanding is that someone over 65 cannot legally be treated by a physician that doesn't participate in Medicare. Basically, even though it is your money... you really don't have the right to be treated by the physician of your choice.
Drs. dropping Medicare patients like flies
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I don't think that's correct. Our doctor/friend would take Mom as a patient -- it's just that she'd have to pay 100%.
It doesn't make sense that someone is willing to pay 100% of what the physician charges, yet it is illegal.
You just need to choose a physician who is a participating Medicare provider. I guess if the physician you love does not participate you have to pay out of pocket. One more thing - there are people who have Medicare who are disabled and can be any age. There are a lot of Medicare recipients who are way under 65 due to disability. The reimbursements are low you have to have the volume to stay in it. 30as hopper must be a CPA???