The comparison matrix generated by the PBP will not contain the required footnotes. Please note that the footnote number must appear in the text of the column and the footnote must appear at the bottom of each page. This footnote must also appear at the bottom of each page that contains this statement. The text of this footnote must appear at the bottom of each page that contains this statement. A benefit period begins on the first day of admission to a hospital and ends when you have been out of the hospital or other facility primarily providing skilled nursing or rehabilitation services for 60 days in a row.
Benefit periods are renewable.
Section 3 may contain non-standardized language, graphics, pictures, maps, etc. There are no exceptions to this limitation. Use of language regarding superlatives, testimonials, and other marketing statements is governed by the marketing rules found in the Medicare Managed Care National Marketing Guidelines. Should you require assistance in clarification or use of this document, please contact your HCFA Regional Office Plan Manager.