The document outlines the 4 parts of Medicare - Part A covers inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facilities, hospice, and home health; Part B covers medical services like doctor visits and durable equipment with an annual deductible; Part C refers to Medicare Advantage plans offered through private insurers that combine A, B, and usually D; and Part D helps cover prescription drug costs and may protect against future cost increases, with penalties for late enrollment. It encourages calling their agency for assistance with Medicare benefits, rights, or coverage.

1. Basics of Medicare

2. 4 Parts to Medicare referred to as:“The ABC’s of Medicare”

3. Medicare: Part A (HOSPITAL INSURANCE)Inpatient care in hospitals

4. Inpatient care in a skilled nursing facility (not custodial or long term care)

5. Hospice care services

6. Home health care services

7. Inpatient care in a Religious Nonmedical Health Care Institution