Medicare
Catastrophic Coverage Phase
Final Part D phase where the plan pays 100% after the out-of-pocket cap is met.
Definition
Final Part D phase where the plan pays 100% after the out-of-pocket cap is met.
Why it matters
Catastrophic Coverage Phase is part of the Medicare vocabulary used across home health operations, documentation, and revenue cycle. Understanding it helps clinicians, QA leads, and administrators stay aligned on care quality and compliance.
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