Generally, once you're qualified for Medicare, you'll incur several different costs, including your "Part B" premium ($164.90/month or more)...
Read moreYou've likely seen the many 'Medicare Advantage' TV ads with Joe Namath and others promoting this privatized version of Medicare.
Read moreMedicare Part B is one of the required components to qualify for either Original Medicare (and optional add-ons) or Medicare Advantage. In the majority of cases, Part B has a monthly premium due, paid by the beneficiary...
Read morePart A is an earned benefit resulting from sufficient calendar quarters of employment paying Medicare taxes (or by participating via a spouse's qualifying employment. Part A is one of the required components to qualify for either Original Medicare (and optional add-ons) or Medicare Advantage.
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"Original Medicare" refers to the original health insurance program offered by the U.S. government that provided an inpatient benefit named "Part A" and an outpatient coverage benefit named "Part B" , that was available to individuals aged 65 and over, as well as those with certain disabilities and chronic conditions.
Read moreChoosing between "Original Medicare" and "Medicare Advantage" is a critical decision. Do your research now!
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