Observation Notice (MOON) Deadline
When the Medicare observation notice is due.
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Example
- Observation began
- 2026-10-05T14:00
Result: The MOON is due by Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 2:00 am, 36 h after observation began, or sooner at release, transfer or admission (42 CFR 489.20(y)).
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What you enter
- Observation began (YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM)
- Released, transferred or admitted (YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM)
How this is calculated
Citation
42 CFR 489.20(y): a MOON to anyone in outpatient observation for more than 24 hours, no later than 36 hours after observation began or sooner if transferred, discharged or admitted; it may be given before 24 hours. Read the source ↗
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