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Explanation of Benefits (EOB)

A statement sent by a health insurance company (like Medicare) to explain what medical treatments and/or services were paid for on your behalf. It shows the total cost, what the insurance paid, and what you might still owe.

Medicare program

The federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease.

Secretary of Health and Human Services

The head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, responsible for implementing health and welfare programs.

Social Security Act

The foundational law that created the Social Security program, Medicare, and Medicaid. Title XVIII specifically refers to Medicare.

Furnished (service)

When a medical service or item is actually provided to a patient (e.g., a doctor's visit, a lab test, a prescription).

Payment is made

When the health insurance company (Medicare, in this case) sends money to a healthcare provider for services rendered, after processing a claim.