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Private Medicare health plans – like Medicare Advantage or Medicare Cost plans – cover everything Original Medicare does, and usually include more coverage for services you might need. Plus, they can include extra perks and benefits. What does Medicare Part D cover? Part D covers prescription d...
Another vision correction option for certain individuals is the implantation of an intraocular lens (IOL). IOLs are artificial lenses that replace the eye’s natural lens to correct refractive errors or age-related lens changes, such as cataracts. Insurance coverage for IOL implantation may vary bas...
Although vision care becomes increasingly important as we age due to its direct correlation with quality of life and cognitive function, original Medicare does not cover routine eye exams, treatments or glasses unless they’re in some way tied to a medical condition. Part B will cover preventative...