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Medicare

The Four Parts of Medicare

Short Answer

The four parts of Medicare are Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D.

  • Part A covers inpatient/hospital coverage.
  • Part B covers outpatient/medical coverage.
  • Part C covers Part A, Part B, and sometimes Part D Prescription Drug coverage combined into one plan.
  • Part D provides prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Parts A, B, C, D Explained

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Medicare Part A
Medicare Part B
Medicare Part C
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Last Updated: 10/01/2021

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