Types of Medicare

1. Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance):

• Covers inpatient hospital stays, skilled nursing facility care, hospice care, and some home health care services.

2. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance):

• Covers outpatient care, doctor visits, preventive services, and some medical supplies.

3. Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans):

• Offered by private insurance companies approved by Medicare. Combines Part A and Part B coverage and often includes additional benefits like prescription drug coverage (Part D) and dental or vision care.

4. Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage):

• Provides prescription drug coverage through private insurance companies approved by Medicare.

5. Medigap (Medicare Supplement Insurance):

• Policies sold by private companies to fill the gaps in Original Medicare coverage, such as copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles.