fee-for-service
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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About half of Medicare beneficiaries, and most of those with lower incomes, enroll in Advantage plans because they provide comprehensive coverage at lower cost than fee-for-service.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
The California Assn. of Public Hospitals and Health Systems is requesting a one-time general fund payment in the 2026-27 budget to help cover inpatient care for fee-for-service Medi-Cal patients at the state’s 17 public hospitals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
Note: Excludes providers treating fewer than 11 fee-for-service Medicaid patients in 2023 and beneficiaries covered by Medicaid managed-care plans.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 11, 2026
Those turning 65 are eligible for Medicare and must choose between traditional, fee-for-service Medicare or Medicare Advantage.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 24, 2026
Unlike traditional, fee-for-service Medicare, Advantage plans impose hurdles to care.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
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