My husband's aunt and uncle decided to move into one of the assisted living communities with step up/down units shortly after retirement. Her rational was that they would have friends and be used to the community when they needed more care. As "youngsters" in the community they are having a great time. I often think they made the right choice but it is a hard one.
If you ever doubt the hospital's bill, ask them to audit your account. I had one that I worked very hard to reconcile between the hospital and my insurance. I paid what the insurance said I owed. I received a threatening note from the hospital who was turning me into a collection agency. I redid my figures, could not find the error, and asked them to show me where I went wrong. Next thing I know they had audited by account which resulted in them sending me a check for a few thousand dollars of over payment. A friend in the hospital billing department says it is not uncommon for them to make mistakes.
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My husband's aunt and uncle decided to move into one of the assisted living communities with step up/down units shortly after retirement. Her rational was that they would have friends and be used to the community when they needed more care. As "youngsters" in the community they are having a great time. I often think they made the right choice but it is a hard one.
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If you ever doubt the hospital's bill, ask them to audit your account. I had one that I worked very hard to reconcile between the hospital and my insurance. I paid what the insurance said I owed. I received a threatening note from the hospital who was turning me into a collection agency. I redid my figures, could not find the error, and asked them to show me where I went wrong. Next thing I know they had audited by account which resulted in them sending me a check for a few thousand dollars of over payment. A friend in the hospital billing department says it is not uncommon for them to make mistakes.
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