Common use of Medicare Members Clause in Contracts

Medicare Members. Medicare members acknowledge and understand that SMG, PA and physician(s) are non- participating in Medicare, and have opted out of Medicare. This means that Medicare cannot be billed for any services performed for the member by SMG, PA or physician(s). The member agrees not to make an attempt to collect from Medicare the membership fee for any services provided under the agreement. (Excluding labs and diagnosis tests etc). If a member becomes eligible for Medicare while under the care of SMG, PA, he/she has a choice to find a physician who accepts Medicare, or to remain with SMG, PA. For ancillary services the Medicare patient can be referred to an outside lab/facility that accepts Medicare.