I'm trying to make a drs. appt. on-line. What is a "guanteor" and what does "HMO" and "PPO" mean? Also "Medicare with assignment"?

I'm trying to make a drs. appt. on-line. What is a "guanteor" and what does "HMO" and "PPO" mean? Also "Medicare with assignment"?


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guanteor- I couldn't find any word that was spelled like that, but was suggested to guarantor

guarantor
n. a person or entity that agrees to be responsible for another's debt or performance under a contract, if the other fails to pay or perform. (See: guarantee)
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guarantor (examples) approver, attester, backer, cosigner, endorser, guarantee, guaranty, sponsor, subscriber, supporter, surety, warrantor
Associated concepts: commercial transactions
also: backer, insurer, sponsor



HMO, PPO Below link should give the information you need

www.medmutual.com/For-Individuals-and-Families/Health-Insurance-Education/Compare-Health-Insurance-Plans/HMO-vs-PPO-Insurance.aspx


Medicare with assignment Assignment means that your doctor, provider, or supplier agrees (or is required by law) to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services.


Also Search for: What is a Medicare assignment?

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