Medicare provides coverage for a range of medical services, including doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescription drugs. Medicare provides coverage for a range of medical services, including doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescription drugs.

It should be noted, however, that Medicare does not cover all medical expenses. For example, it does not cover long-term care or dental care. In addition, there are some services that are covered only partially by Medicare.

2. What Does Medicare Cover?

As a result, individuals who rely on Medicare for their health insurance coverage may need to supplement their coverage with another insurance policy.

Below is a comprehensive list of the various parts.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) covers inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facility care, hospice care, and home health care.

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers doctor visits, preventive services, durable medical equipment, mental health services, and some home health care.

Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) is an alternative to Original Medicare that includes all of the benefits of Parts A and B, plus additional benefits such as routine vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage. Medicare Advantage Plans are offered by private insurance companies approved by Medicare.

Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage) helps cover the cost of prescription drugs. Prescription drug coverage is available through stand-alone Prescription Drug Plans or as part of a Medicare Advantage Plan.

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