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What is a claim?

A claim is an application for benefits provided by your health plan. You must file a claim before funds will be reimbursed to your medical provider. A claim may be denied based on the carrier’s assessment of the circumstance.

cross-over claim

A Medicare cross-over is a claim that is sent from Medicare to a secondary insurer – usually Medicaid or a Medigap plan - for payment of Medicare deductibles, co-pays and coinsurance.

assigned claim

An approved provider submits an assigned claim to Medicare for payment after you have received a service.

cross-over claim

A Medicare cross-over is a claim that is sent from Medicare to a secondary insurer – usually Medicaid or a Medigap plan - for payment of Medicare deductibles, co-pays and coinsurance.

assigned claim

An approved provider submits an assigned claim to Medicare for payment after you have received a service.

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