Who must fill in the Options Box section on the ABN form?

The Options Box section on the Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) form is specifically designed to be filled out by the patient. This section allows patients to understand their options regarding the care being provided and any potential costs that may not be covered by Medicare. It often includes choices about whether to proceed with a service knowing it may not be covered. This process empowers the patient to make informed decisions about their healthcare and financial responsibilities.

While healthcare providers, including doctors, play a crucial role in advising patients, and insurance companies handle claims and coverage, it is ultimately the patient's choice reflected in this section. Their involvement ensures that they are aware of and agree to the implications of receiving services that may incur out-of-pocket costs.