October 2026 Newsletter
By: William "Bill" Erhart
Medicare Appeals: An Example of how Life Rewards Action
I try to bring Medicare issues to your attention frequently. It is difficult for lawyers to make money practicing Medicare law; but Medicare affects the lives of millions of both elderly and disabled citizens. And many times, it is not the lawyer who makes a real difference in citizens dealing with institutions and Medicare. So, I like to remind you all of what you should do with you are told “no.” Below is a true story.
Hospitalized but "Not Admitted"? How One Family Won Back Medicare Nursing Home Coverage
A hospital bed, a wristband, days of tests and treatment — and yet, on paper, you were never "admitted." For people on Traditional Medicare, that single label can decide whether a nursing home stay is covered or costs thousands out of pocket.
Since February 2025, patients have a new tool to fight back: an expedited appeal when a hospital switches them from inpatient to observation status. One Connecticut family's experience shows how much that appeal...