Reperfusion strategies (fibrinolysis vs PCI) — Flashcards

Flashcard 1: Do patients with point of service (POS) insurance plans require PCP referral for specialist visits?_____

Answer: Yes

Flashcard 2: Do patients with health maintenance organization (HMO) insurance plans require PCP referral for specialist visits?_____

Answer: Yes

Flashcard 3: Which part of Medicare provides **hospital insurance**, covering items such as inpatient care and **hospice care**?

Answer: Part A

Extra: Medicare coverage parts: - **Part A**: Hospital insurance (inpatient stays, skilled nursing facilities, and hospice care). - **Part B**: Medical insurance (physician fees, outpatient services, and preventive care). - **Part C**: Medicare Advantage (private insurance plans that provide the benefits of Parts A and B). - **Part D**: Prescription drug coverage. *Note: Even if a patient has Medicare Part C, hospice care is still typically covered under Part A.*

Flashcard 4: Medi-_____ is state/federal assistance for people with limited income/resources

Answer: caid

Flashcard 5: Can patients with point of service (POS) insurance plans see providers outside their network?

Answer: Yes (requires a referral from a primary care provider)

Flashcard 6: Do patients with exclusive provider organization (EPO) insurance plans require PCP referral for specialist visits?_____

Answer: No