Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Special Care, Analysis Shows

Medicare Advantage plans frequently deny seniors access to specialized care, according to recent analysis. Investigators found that these plans often reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehabilitation services. The denials can have significant consequences for seniors in need of post-acute care. U.S. investigators have released two reports highlighting the issue, sparking concerns about the accessibility of necessary care for Medicare Advantage enrollees.

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