Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is an ABN?
A: ABN is an Advance Beneficiary Notice, which we are required to provide to you by Medicare. The purpose of the ABN is to give you advance notice that Medicare may not pay for your services. The ABN tells you which test(s), based on Medicare guidelines, are not reasonable and necessary, and informs you that you will be financially responsible for the services. When it is required, you will be asked to sign the ABN before services are performed.

Meridian Health will advise your Physician that the diagnostic information he/she provided did not meet Medicare guidelines for the test ordered. The Physician may also supply additional information to our staff. However if no additional information is received, or the additional information does not meet Medicare guidelines you may be responsible for payment of the services after Medicare makes its final determination.