Which patient would still receive routine medical care despite failing a DEERS eligibility check?

The correct option focuses on a patient issued an ID card within the last 120 days. Even if a DEERS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System) eligibility check indicates that a patient does not qualify for benefits, individuals who have been issued an ID card within this recent timeframe are typically still considered eligible for routine medical care. This is because processing and verification of eligibility can take time, and the ID card reflects the most recent status of enrollment in healthcare benefits.

On the other hand, options such as those related to referrals, urgent medical conditions, or health plan enrollment might not inherently provide the same level of immediate protection against a failed DEERS check. While urgent medical conditions often necessitate immediate care, they typically fall outside the scope of routine care considerations and would activate emergency protocols rather than routine service. A valid referral is also subject to eligibility, and being enrolled in a health plan does not automatically guarantee access if DEERS eligibility is lacking. Therefore, the patient with the recent ID card stands out as the one who retains access despite issues with DEERS verification.