CT scans of the chest can provide more detailed information about organs and structures inside the chest than standard X-rays of the chest, thus providing more information related to injuries and/or diseases of the chest (thoracic) organs.
DEFINITION of 'Benefit Period'. The benefit period is the length of time during which a benefit is paid. This can involve a government benefit program such as Medicare, or payment from an insurance policy, such as health or disability insurance. The benefit period is defined in each program or policy's guidelines. Next Up.
A benefit period is a time frame that begins the first day a patient stays overnight in the hospital and continues until the patient's been out of the hospital for 60 consecutive days. For any one benefit period, you pay a hospital deductible of $1,068 (in 2009).