Limiting Charge
Medicare Glossary
The highest amount of money you can be charged for Medicare covered services by a doctor or healthcare professional who doesn't accept assignment. Currently, the limiting charge is 15% more than Medicare's approved amount. Limiting charge doesn't apply to supplies or equipment, and only applies to certain services.
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