Medicare Basics for Caregivers

Frequently Asked Questions

21. What do I need to know about the Medicare coverage of a person I am caring for?

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If the person has Medicare, find out which parts: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance), Part B (medical insurance), and/or Part D (prescription drug coverage). Also, find out whether the person is in Original Medicare, in a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), or in any other type of Medicare health plan. This information is on a person's Medicare card. (Answer continues on next page.)