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- What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? - HHS. gov
Medicare Medicare is federal health insurance for people 65 or older, and some people under 65 with certain disabilities or conditions A federal agency called the Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services runs Medicare Because it’s a federal program, Medicare has set standards for costs and coverage This means a person’s Medicare coverage will be the same no matter what state they live in
- Who’s eligible for Medicare? - HHS. gov
Generally, Medicare is for people 65 or older You may be able to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease)
- How do I enroll in Medicare? - HHS. gov
If you already receive benefits from Social Security: If you already get benefits from Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board, you are automatically entitled to Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) starting the first day of the month you turn age 65 You will not need to do anything to enroll Your Medicare card will be mailed to you about 3 months
- What is Medicare Part B? - HHS. gov
Medicare Part B helps cover medical services like doctors' services, outpatient care, and other medical services that Part A doesn't cover Part B is optional Part B helps pay for covered medical services and items when they are medically necessary Part B also covers some preventive services like exams, lab tests, and screening shots to help prevent, find, or manage a medical problem Cost
- What does Part B of Medicare (Medical Insurance) cover?
Medicare Part B helps cover medically-necessary services like doctors’ services and tests, outpatient care, home health services, durable medical equipment, and other medical services Part B also covers some preventive services Look at your Medicare card to find out if you have Part B The basic medically-necessary services covered include: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Ambulance
- Who’s eligible for Medicaid? - HHS. gov
You may qualify for free or low-cost health care through Medicaid based on your income and family size Eligibility rules differ among states In all states, Medicaid gives health coverage to some individuals and families, including children, parents, people who are pregnant, elderly people with certain incomes, and people with disabilities Some states have expanded their Medicaid programs to
- Where can I find a doctor that accepts Medicare and Medicaid?
To find a provider that accepts Medicare payments, use the Care Compare tool on Medicare gov This tool gives you a list of professionals or group practices in the specialty and geographic area you specify, along with detailed profiles, maps and driving directions
- What is Medicare Part C? - HHS. gov
A Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO) is another Medicare health plan choice you may have as part of Medicare Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes called “Part C” or “MA Plans,” are offered by private companies approved by Medicare If you join a Medicare Advantage Plan, the plan will provide all of your Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage
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