Forbes September 23, 2021
As you approach age 65, navigating Medicare and all of its parts and plans may sound daunting, but it can be easier than you think. Original Medicare contains two parts: Part A and Part B. Medicare Part A covers hospital care, skilled nursing facility and hospice fees, and is usually premium-free. Medicare Part B covers medical and preventive services, as well as some medical equipment, for which there is a monthly premium (typically deducted from your Social Security payments).
In addition to Original Medicare, many people choose to purchase a Medicare Supplement plan to cover services like routine hearing, eye exams and other costs not covered by Parts A and B. Here’s what you need to know about Medicare Supplement...