Covering the Bases: Medicare Will Cover a Second Doc's Opinion

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My doctor has recommended surgery for my husband, but we are not sure that this is the best course of action for him. Will Medicare pay for a second surgical opinion for him?

Yes, Medicare will cover a visit to a second physician to help you decide what is best in cases such as your husband's, where the surgery is not an emergency.

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Covering the Bases: Medicare Will Cover a Second Doc's Opinion

Medicare recommends that you ask your doctor's office to send your medical records to the doctor giving the second opinion, which may mean that your...

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