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Health & Benefits

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Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that helps people 65 or older, younger people with disabilities, and people of any age with End-Stage Renal Disease. Learn more here.

Getting Medicare benefits
Explore the basics of Medicare, including who is eligible and the four parts of Medicare.
Guide
Medicare Part D drug coverage
Discover more about the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, what it covers and how to apply.
FAQ
Appealing a Medicare claim denial decision
Steps to appeal for Medicare if you were denied or think you were not given the proper amount of benefits.
How-To
Understanding Medigap
Describes Medigap insurance from private companies which supplement your Medicare insurance.
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Extra Help to pay for premiums and cost-sharing
Explore the Extra Help program, which helps pay for Medicare Part D prescription drug costs.
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Medicare savings programs basics
Describes the programs available to help pay for Medicare, qualifications and items they cover.
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Receiving Medicare and Medicaid
Explore the differences between Medicare and Medicaid, and who might be eligible to receive both.
FAQ
Medicare assignment explained
Describes how some medical providers agree to not charge more for services than the medicare approved charge.
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Medicare Part B
Learn about the eligibility requirements for Medicare Part B and the services covered.
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Enrolling in Medicare
Learn more about the two ways of enrolling in Medicare: automatic enrollment and applying for Medicare.
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Medicare Part A
Learn more about what Medicare Part A covers, and who is eligible for coverage.
FAQ
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage)
Describes the different plan options and the pros and cons of Medicare Part C.
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