If your Medicare Advantage plan covers dental benefits more extensively, you may have a higher monthly premium for that coverage. What is the difference between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare? The main difference between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare is how the coverage is ...
You’ll have two main options: Original Medicare, which includes Part A (hospital coverage) and Part B (medical coverage), and Medicare Advantage, also known as Part C. “Medicare Advantage is basically a private Medicare plan,” says Caitlin Donovan, a spokesperson for the National Patient Ad...
When is open enrollment for a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan? If you have both Medicaid and Medicare benefits, you could be eligible for a Dual Special Needs Plan, or D-SNP. Those who qualify for this type of Medicare Advantage plan can switch to a new plan at any point during the y...
If you’re counting on a Medicare Advantage plan to cover your LTC needs, you’d better do your homework. While it’s true that, since 2019, Medicare Advantage plans can cover some LTC expenses, such as home-delivered meals and items that make it possible for you to continue living at ...
Medicare SNPs have benefits tailored to Medicaid beneficiaries, people with chronic conditions and those who need institutional care.
Unlike original Medicare, there are numerous insurance companies in each state that offer a variety of Advantage plan options. The many alternatives can become confusing, so a bit of research is necessary—perhaps with the help of a Medicare consultant—to sort through the various choices. If you...