Medicare Basics for Caregivers

Frequently Asked Questions

2. What is Medicare Part A and what does it cover? - cont'd

If a person is hospitalized, Medicare helps pay for the following services.

• Care - general nursing
• Room - semiprivate room
• Hospital services - meals, most services and supplies

If a person is hospitalized, Medicare does NOT pay for the following services.

• Care - private-duty nursing
• Room - private room (unless medically necessary)
• Hospital services - television and telephone

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