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Added link and explanation for "assignment" under Medicare
Oh, and never accept their word that they will check your insurance coverage for you....do it yourself!
== Insurance and/or Medicare and DME (for CPAP) ==Go Make sure the provider is in-network for your insurance company, or agrees to accept assignment as a medicare provider. Most insurance companies will provide a list of in-network providers or maintain a list on their website. If you use health insurance to obtain equipment and supplies, you should start by choosing a provider that is in-network. For Medicare, go to this site (official Medicare Site). '''[https://www.medicare.gov/supplierdirectory/search.html Medicare Supplier Directory]'''
Enter your ''Zip Code'' then select "Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Devices"
The results will be a list of DMEs that you must use for Medicare coverage. '''''Note''': This is not applicable to those who have Medicare '''Advantage''' plans, who must check with the insurance company who provides your Advantage plan.'' Also be aware that a participating provider may not be one that accepts assignment. Assignment means the provider accepts Medicare payment, plus any deductibles, as payment in full, and you cannot be charged unexpected surcharges beyond your coverage. '''[https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/part-a-costs/lower-costs-with-assignment Lower costs with assignment]'''
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