You’ve likely heard about the Coronavirus (officially called “2019-Novel Coronavirus” or “COVID-19”) in the news. While there isn’t a vaccine yet and the immediate health risk remains low, Medicare is still here to help.
Your Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a test to see if you have Coronavirus. This test is covered when your doctor or a health care provider orders it, if you get the test on or after February 4, 2020. You usually pay nothing for Medicare-covered clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.
To prevent the spread of this illness or other illnesses, including the flu:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water,
- Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze,
- Stay home when you’re sick, and
- See your doctor if you think you’re ill.
Visit The Centers for Disease Control website for information on the Coronavirus.
Sincerely,
The Medicare Team
Note: Your provider will need to wait until after April 1, 2020 to submit a claim to Medicare for this test.
Vincent De Santis, CLTC
Long Term Care Planning Specialist
NY State Partnership Certified
http://www.ltcsolutionsbyvince.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/vincedesantis
DeSantis.puravida@gmail.com
516-652-4944
