What are the 4 types of Medicare?

There are four parts of Medicare: Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D.

• Part A provides inpatient/hospital coverage.
• Part B provides outpatient/medical coverage.
• Part C offers an alternate way to receive your Medicare benefits (see below for more information).
• Part D provides prescription drug coverage.

How do I start the process for Medicare?

Online (at Social Security) – It’s the easiest and fastest way to sign up and get any financial help you may need. (You’ll need to create your secure my Social Security account to sign up for Medicare or apply for benefits.) Call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213. TTY users can call 1-800-325-0778.

What is the basic structure of the Medicare program?

Under current law, traditional Medicare covers services under three separate parts: Part A (hospital and other inpatient services), Part B (physician, preventive, and other outpatient services), and Part D (prescription drug coverage provided by private plans).

Is there a Medicare Part C?

Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes called “Part C” or “MA Plans,” are offered by private companies approved by Medicare. Most include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Medicare pays a fixed amount for your care every month to the companies offering Medicare Advantage Plans.

What is Part C on Social Security?

Medicare Part C, also called Medicare Advantage, is an additional insurance option for people who are eligible for Medicare. These plans are offered through private insurance companies. With original Medicare, you’re covered for Part A (hospital services) and Part B (outpatient medical services).

Is Medicare free at 65?

You are eligible for premium-free Part A if you are age 65 or older and you or your spouse worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years. You can get Part A at age 65 without having to pay premiums if: You are receiving retirement benefits from Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board.

What is covered by Type A Medicare?

Medicare Part A hospital insurance covers inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facility, hospice, lab tests, surgery, home health care.

What is Medicare Part C responsible for?

Medicare Part C is a type of insurance option that offers traditional Medicare coverage plus more. It’s also known as Medicare Advantage. Some Medicare Part C plans offer health coverage benefits such as gym memberships and transportation services.

Is Medicare Part C and D free?

Medicare Part C plans generally have lower premiums than Medigap plans. Some Medicare Part C plans have premiums as low as $0. This does not mean that Medicare Part C is free. When you enroll in a Medicare Part C Advantage plan, Medicare pays a fixed monthly sum to the insurance carrier to provide your care.