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Your Important Message from Medicare, Explained
Also called: CMS-R-193, Important Message from Medicare, IM
Last reviewed 2026-07-08
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What this notice usually means
Every hospital inpatient on Medicare gets this notice. The hospital gives it within two days of admission, and again near discharge. It explains your right to a fast review if you feel discharged too soon.
What to do now
- 1
Read your discharge rights on the notice
The notice explains your right to ask for a fast review before you are discharged.
- 2
Act quickly if you disagree with discharge timing
A request for an expedited review is usually due by the day of discharge. Ask as soon as you have concerns.
- 3
Call the number on the notice to request a review
The notice lists a phone number. That group handles fast review requests.
- 4
Ask your care team for details
Ask your hospital discharge planner to explain your discharge plan. Share any concerns you have.
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Sources
- CMS via reginfo.govRetrieved 2026-07-07
Last reviewed 2026-07-08
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