The Medicare allowed charge is $240 and the participating (PAR) provider's usual charge is $600. What amount does the patient pay, if the deductible has already been paid?

Name: The Medicare allowed charge is $240 and the participating (PAR) provider's usual charge is $600. What amount does the patient pay, if the deductible has already been paid?
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.8 (59 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The patient pays 20% of the Medicare allowed charge as coinsurance, since the deductible is already paid. 20% of $240 is $48. Medicare covers the rest.

The Medicare Allowed Charge Is $240 and the Participating (PAR)