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Medicare Insurance
There’s a lot to learn about Medicare. That’s why we’re here to help.
What is Medicare?
Medicare refers to individual health insurance provided to eligible individuals in the United States, based on factors such as age, disability, or qualifying medical conditions.
The coverage encompasses Medicare Part A and Part B (known as Original Medicare), which are administered by the federal government. Additionally, private insurance companies offer Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Part D prescription drug coverage. To further assist with expenses not covered by Medicare Part A and Part B, private insurance companies offer Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) plans.
Who is eligible?
Most understand that turning 65 is a significant to becoming eligible for Medicare. But there are some other factors to consider for eligibility and only certain times when individuals can enroll.
Parts of Medicare
As mentioned above, there are multiple parts of Medicare. Each of these parts provide different types of coverage and it’s important to understand what each part covers.
Important Phrases and Phases
Selecting the correct Medicare plans is not simple. The information in these articles should help, but most need an expert to assist with the nuances of everyone’s situation.