Greg Owen is in the office today for treatment of a small but deep cut he received while cutting laminate for the new floor in his kitchen. He has employer-provided insurance and is also listed as a dependent on his wife's insurance. His DOB is 7/19/1973 and his wife's DOB is 5/23/1978. Which plan will be the primary payer for the children?
A. Greg's insurance, because he was born 5 years earlier than his wife
B. Greg's wife's insurance, because her birthday occurs earlier in the calendar year
C. Medicare, because Greg is over 65
D. Medicaid, because Greg does not think he can afford to have sutures
E. Workers' Compensation, since Greg is employed full-time
B. Greg's wife's insurance, because her birthday occurs earlier in the calendar year
According to the birthday rule, Greg's wife's insurance will be the primary payer because her birthday falls earlier in the calendar year.
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