This variable indicates how the beneficiary currently qualifies for Medicare. The current reason for entitlement can differ from the original reason that a beneficiary qualified for Medicare (see the OREC variable). CMS obtains this information from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) record systems.
This variable indicates how the beneficiary currently qualifies for Medicare. The current reason for entitlement can differ from the original reason that a beneficiary qualified for Medicare (see the OREC variable). CMS obtains this information from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) record systems.
Source: CMS Common Medicare Environment (CME)