How does a physician/non-physician opt out of Medicare?
A physician or non-physician practitioner eligible to opt out of Medicare must submit an affidavit to the contractor(s) which administer the Medicare contract within the jurisdiction that he/she practices. Please seeA/B Reference Manual Chapter 4.6 for detailed information concerning the requirements for opting out of Medicare. An example of an affidavit for consideration is found in this information.
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- If I wish to opt out of the Aetna Medicare Open Plan after April 1, 2007, but before Aetnas 2008 enrollment, how do I change my coverage to Original Medicare?
- How do the Aetna subsidies apply to the Aetna Medicare Open Plan premium? If I opt out, will my subsidy apply to prescription drug coverage only?
- Which IRS publication has information about SS and Medicare for OPT students?
