Types of Medicare Plans
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Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Advantage plans combine Parts C and D so you can replace Original Medicare for comprehensive coverage often at no additional cost.
Medicare Supplement plans
A Medicare Supplement plan (Medigap) covers copayments, coinsurance, deductibles and other expenses not covered by Medicare.
Medicare Prescription Drug plans
Add a standalone prescription drug plan (Part D) to help pay for medications.
Dual Special Needs plans (D-SNP)
A specialized Medicare plan that lowers costs and coordinates Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits.
Original Medicare | Medicare Supplement plan | Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) | Medicare Advantage (Parts C and D) | Dual Special Needs plans | |
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Hospital (Part A) |
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Doctor visits (Part B) |
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Minimize out-of-pocket medical expenses |
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Prescription drugs |
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Go to any doctor or U.S. facility that accepts Medicare |
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Vision, dental, and hearing1 |
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Coordinates Medicare and Medi-Cal programs and services | |||||
Contact the Social Security Administration to enroll |
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1Benefits vary by plan and county.
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Page last updated: 10/01/2024