Frequently-asked questions by tag
What does Original Medicare cost?
November 13, 2024 – Q: What does Original Medicare cost the beneficiary? A: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) is free for most seniors. If you or your… Read more
How do I file a Medicare claim?
November 8, 2024 – Medicare beneficiaries occasionally have to submit their own healthcare claims instead of relying on a provider to submit them. Here's what… Read more
Is Medicare’s coverage as good as my employer-sponsored insurance?
August 9, 2024 – If you enrolled only in Original Medicare, you would almost certainly notice gaps in coverage that you didn't have under your… Read more
What kind of out-of-pocket expenses do Medicare supplements cover?
August 8, 2024 – Q: What kind of out-of-pocket expenses do Medicare supplements cover? A: Medicare supplement policies (Medigap) are standardized, with ten… Read more
What does Medicare not cover?
August 8, 2024 – There are many things that Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover. This includes routine care of the feet, orthopedic shoes, some… Read more
Does Medicare cover hospice care?
August 7, 2024 – Medicare covers almost all aspects of hospice care with little expense to patients or families, as long as a Medicare-approved hospice… Read more
What preventive services does Medicare offer?
July 10, 2024 – Medicare covers a number of preventive screening services that make early diagnosis and treatment possible. What’s more, many… Read more
Do Medicare supplement plans include prescription drug coverage?
July 8, 2021 – Modern Medigap plans do not include prescription drug benefits. Instead, Medicare offers prescription drug coverage under Part D. Medicare… Read more
Will all doctors accept my Medicare coverage?
May 13, 2020 – Q: Will my doctors accept my Medicare card? A: Q: Will all doctors accept my Medicare coverage? A: The answer depends on what type of… Read more
