What is Medicare?

What is Medicare - Part A, B, C, D? Is this complex or what?

WAIT -- Are you looking for information on Medicare (below) or Medicaid? Do you know the difference?

Here are definitions of the different parts of Medicare:

Medicare - Part A - Hospital
Medicare - Part B – Doctor Visits, etc.
Medicare - Part C – Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare - Part D – Prescription Drugs

Contact Medicare 1-800-MEDICARE or 1-800-633-4227

Medicare started, years ago, as a supplemental insurance for those who were over the age of 65 and were probably retired. It gave them the ability to have adequate coverage for their retirement years and to have affordable medical care.

In addition to those who are over 65, Medicare was also to be a federally mandated insurance coverage for those who had disabilities, even at a younger age. It was to be used by those who were disabled, had the need for dialysis and other treatments that are associated with what is called ESRD, or end stage renal disease.

This site allows you to search for Medicare Supplement Plans in your state. It's very helpful!

Finally, here is a list of Medigap Insurance Companies to help you. They may not all be nationwide but it's a good list to start from. I will add more as I find them!

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