What are the differences between the types of Medicare coverage?

Dr. Michael Roizen, MD

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The differences between the types of Medicare coverage are based on how fees are paid and how much choice you have. Here’s…

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10 Things You Need to Know About Medicare

Maximizing Medicare Medicare pays for much of the cost of hospital stays and doctor’s office visits for people ages 65 and older. This 50-year-old gov...

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Yes. You can make an appointment with a Social Security representative at your local office by cal...

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You are eligible for Medicare if you are a U.S. citizen, 65 or over who had paid into Medicare f...

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Medicare

Medicare is the federal health insurance plan for people over age 65 or who are long-term disabled. Eligibility and enrollment is through the Social Security Administration. Medicare has changed over the years, offering additional options for healthcare insurance. Traditional Medicare includes Part A for hospital insurance and Part B for medical coverage, meaning it covers doctor visits and other medical bills. Part C, also called Medicare Advantage, allows private health insurance companies to provide Medicare benefits. Part D is a prescription drug plan. It's important to carefully assess your healthcare needs and which plan is right for you. Learn more about Medicare benefits with expert advice from Sharecare.

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