Coverage

Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?

Medicare Part B covers 80% of your cataract surgery cost if it is approved by your doctor and the program. A Medigap policy can help cover the remaining 20%.

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Does Medicare Cover Cancer Treatment After Age 76?

Medicare plans offer some coverage for cancer treatments after age 76 as long as deductibles and copays are met.

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Does Medicare Cover Breast Reduction Surgery?

Medicare may cover breast reduction surgery if it is considered medically necessary by a doctor.

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Does Medicare Cover Blood Tests?

Does Medicare cover blood tests? Here's what you need to know about Medicare Part B's coverage for lab work.

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Does Medicare Cover Assisted Living?

Medicare does not typically cover costs associated with assisted living facilities. Learn what types of care Medicare does cover.

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Can I Keep My Medigap Plan If I Move?

If you’re moving to another state, here's what you need to know about keeping your Medicare Supplement Insurance.

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What Is First Dollar Medicare Coverage? | Find Coverage for Deductibles and Copays

Some Medicare Supplement plans (also called Medigap) include first dollar coverage with no Medicare deductibles. Those plans are no longer available for most new beneficiaries, though several Medigap plans still offer first dollar coverage for Medicare Part A.

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Medigap: How to ensure your parent or loved one is getting what they need

If you have helped a parent or loved one enroll in or manage their Original Medicare benefits, you’re likely already quite familiar with how costly Medicare can be. Despite most people not paying a premium for Part A and Part B’s relatively inexpensive premium, costs can add up after the deductibles are met for both plans.

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Does Medicare Cover Sleep Apnea Equipment?

If you're diagnosed with sleep apnea, Medicare will cover your use of a CPAP machine for a 3-month trial or longer, if deemed medically necessary.

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International Medicare and Medigap Coverage

Original Medicare provides limited international medical coverage. Certain Medicare Supplement insurance plans include a foreign travel emergency care benefit.

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