Medicare Observation Status & SNF Coverage Planner

Use broad planning answers only. Do not enter Medicare numbers, Social Security numbers, account numbers, diagnoses, medication lists, birth dates, or private medical facts into this worksheet.

This planner is educational and organizational. Medicare coverage depends on formal admission status, dates, medical necessity, benefit periods, plan rules, notices, and provider documentation. Confirm the facts with the hospital, Medicare, the plan, the facility, SHIP, legal aid, or a qualified professional.

Official references: Medicare inpatient or outpatient status, Medicare skilled nursing facility coverage, CMS MOON notice fact sheet, Medicare Care Compare, Eldercare Locator.