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    Med·i·care
    /ˈmedəˌker/
    • 1. a federal system of health insurance for people over 65 years of age and for certain younger people with disabilities.
  2. www.medicare.gov › what-medicare-covers › yourWhat's Medicare? | Medicare

    Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 or older, some younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease. It has different parts that cover specific services, such as hospital, medical, and prescription drug coverage.

    • How Medicare Works
    • Find Out If You Are Eligible For Medicare
    • Find A Doctor, Care Provider, Or Hospital That Accepts Medicare

    Medicare is divided into four parts: 1. Medicare Part Ais insurance for hospitalization, home or skilled nursing, and hospice. 2. Medicare Part Bis medical insurance. 3. Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans)is a private insurance option for covering hospital and medical costs. 4. Medicare Part Dcovers prescription medications. Learn how the di...

    To be eligible for Medicare, you must be at least one: 1. Age 65 or older 2. Under 65 with certain disabilities 3. Under 65 with 3.1. End-stage renal disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant) or 3.2. ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)

    Many types of health care providers accept Medicare. This includes doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, and in-home care providers.

  3. Sep 7, 2023 · Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people age 65 or older and younger people with certain disabilities. It has four parts: hospital, medical, prescription drug and private plan. Learn about eligibility, coverage, cost and more.

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  4. Sep 6, 2023 · Medicare is a health insurance program for people age 65 or older, under age 65 with certain disabilities, and with End-Stage Renal Disease. It has different parts that cover specific services, such as hospital care, doctors' services, and prescription drugs.

  5. Oct 15, 2023 · Medicare is a U.S. government health insurance program covering mainly people age 65 or older, younger people with disabilities, and patients with end-stage renal disease. It has four components: Parts A, B, C, and D. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and how to enroll in this comprehensive guide.

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