What Medicare Part A Covers:

• Inpatient care in a hospital

• Skilled nursing facility care

• Inpatient care in a skilled nursing facility

• Hospice care

• Home health care

What is Medicare Part B? 

Medicare Part B (also known as medical insurance) is an insurance plan that covers medical services related to outpatient and doctor care. Part B covers medically necessary care and treatment, including: 

• Medically necessary services or supplies

• Preventive services

• Clinical research

• Ambulance services

• Durable medical equipment

• Mental health services

• Getting a second opinion before surgery

• Limited outpatient medication

What Is Medicare Part C? 

Medicare Part C, also called Medicare Advantage, includes the coverage benefits of Medicare Parts A and B. Medicare Part C plans can also offer prescription drug benefits and other additional coverage (like vision and dental). In total, Medicare Part C can cover things like: 

• Medicare Part A (hospital insurance)

• Medicare Part B (medical insurance) 

• Medicare Part D (prescription drugs) 

• Vision 

• Hearing

• Dental

• Health and wellness programs 

What is Medicare Part D? 

Medicare Part D, also known as Prescription Insurance, offers coverage for prescription drugs. The prescriptions covered are dependent upon the plan you select and can be found in your plan’s drug formulary.