Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with certain health conditions. Find out if you qualify for Medicare.
There are two standard ways to receive Medicare benefits:
- Traditional Medicare, also known as Medicare Fee-For-Service.
- Medicare Advantage: This is provided by third-party insurance companies like AARP, Blue Cross, United Health Care, Health Net, etc.
If you are unsure what plan you have or what is best to choose, you should contact the non-profit advocacy group HICAP. They will be able to answer more of your questions regarding Medicare and guide you through the Medicare enrollment process.
Stanford Health Care accepts Medicare Fee-For-Service for all hospital and physician services.
Stanford Health Care accepts all Medi-Gap plans.
Stanford Health Care accepts Medicare Advantage plans for all hospital and physician services. Check with your Medicare Advantage plan to understand your out of network benefits, out of pocket costs, and if you have any authorization requirements.
Patient Rights and Protections
Assess Your Coverage
Determine the extent of your coverage or any out-of-pocket costs before you receive care.
Contact: Financial Counseling
Phone: 844-498-2900
Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Insurance Pre-Authorization
Find out if your insurance carrier has pre-authorized a medical service before you receive care.
Contact: Financial Clearance
Phone: 650-724-4445
Toll Free: 1-877-291-7335