A Medicare patient has the right to appeal a discharge if he or she does not agree with the discontinuation of skilled services. The patient must be given a letter with the planned discharge date explaining how to appeal the discharge. A Medicare patient can appeal even if they are in an HMO. After the letter is given, call FMQAI at 866-800-8768. Our FMQAI physician will look at the medical record to see if the services should continue. The Medicare patient will be informed of the decision. For additional information, call 1-800-MEDICARE (633-4227)..
Medicare Appeals Information
