The provider can only charge you up to 15% over the amount that non-participating providers are paid. Non-participating providers are paid 95% of the fee schedule amount. The limiting charge applies only to certain Medicare-covered services and doesn't apply to some supplies and durable medical equipment.
Full Definition of TORMENT. 1. : the infliction of torture (as by rack or wheel). 2. : extreme pain or anguish of body or mind: agony. 3. : a source of vexation or pain.ull Definition of TORMENT. 1. : the infliction of torture (as by rack or wheel). 2. : extreme pain or anguish of body or mind: agony. 3. : a source of vexation or pain.
cruÂ·elÂ·er, cruÂ·elÂ·est, or cruÂ·elÂ·ler cruÂ·elÂ·lest. 1  Disposed to inflict pain or suffering: a cruel tyrant. 2  Causing or characterized by severe pain, suffering, or distress: cruel treatment; a cruel remark. Origin of cruel Middle English from Old French from Latin crÅ«dÄlis; see kreuÉ-in Indo-European roots.