Nonparticipating physicians have an option regarding accepting assignment on the Medicare patient.

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Nonparticipating physicians can choose to accept or not accept assignment on Medicare patients. Accepting assignment means they agree to accept the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for their services, while not accepting assignment means they can charge up to 15% more than the Medicare-approved amount and the patient is responsible for the difference.

Nonparticipating Physicians Have an Option Regarding Accepting Assignment on the Medicare