Why might a client with Medicare check their monthly bill?

A client with Medicare may check their monthly bill to see past medical visits and contact information because this information is typically included in the billing statements. These bills detail the services provided, the providers who rendered them, and often contain information that can help the client understand their healthcare usage and make informed decisions going forward. Such statements can also help clients keep track of their medical history and current healthcare needs by giving an overview of recent visits and care received.

While the other options have their own relevance, they do not specifically pertain to the primary reason a client would proactively check their bill. Understanding one’s balance is important, but this is more about managing finances than reviewing services. Confirming eligibility for new services usually occurs through other means, such as direct communication with Medicare or healthcare providers, rather than through a bill. Locating local pharmacies is typically done via different resources, like Medicare's own website or community information services, rather than through reviewing a monthly bill.