The new Understanding Medicare: Provider Handbook is here

The handbook is a new resource designed to help healthcare professionals, medical practice staff or anyone involved in Medicare billing and claiming, to navigate the Medicare system.

Date published:
Audience:
General public

This new resource provides clear guidance on essential Medicare topics, including: 

  • benefits
  • claiming
  • available programs
  • Medicare and hospitals
  • Medicare Safety Nets
  • The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) rules and requirements
  • Where to get help and support.

Whether you’re new to Medicare or experience, this handbook is your go-to guide for building a solid fundamental knowledge of Medicare functions and principles.

For more details and to use the full handbook free of charge, access the Understanding Medicare: Provider Handbook.

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