What is Medicare Advantage (Part C):
In addition to Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, you should be educated about Medicare Part C. Medicare Advantage plans;
- Are not a supplemental insurance.
- Cover all the same services as Original Medicare except for hospice services.
- Traditionally cover many of the same benefits as a Medigap policy.
- Are managed by private insurance companies approved by Medicare.
- Require you be enrolled in Parts A and B to benefit from Medicare Advantage.
- Also Read: Postal Worker Survivor Benefits Overview: Myths vs Facts on Eligibility
- Also Read: Phased Retirement Program: Key Steps, Pension Impact, and Eligibility Rules
- Also Read: Survivor Benefits Comparison: Federal, USPS, and Military Eligibility Rules
- Do not erase your Original Medicare coverage.
- Allow you to avoid the need for a Medigap policy.
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