What does Medicare Part A Cover?

Medicare helps beneficiaries cover the cost of services like lab tests, surgeries and doctor visits. It also helps patients pay for supplies like wheelchairs and walkers, when considered medically necessary to address a medical condition or disease.

Medicare Advantage Plans differ when it comes to certain rules, but at the very least they must provide the same amount of coverage as original Medicare. In some cases, services are only covered when they meet certain conditions.

Medicare Part A generally covers:

·        Hospital Care

·        Nursing Home Care

·        Hospice Care

·        Home Health Services

·        Skill Nursing Facility Care

Does Medicare cover what I need?

In order to determine if Medicare Part A covers what you need, talk to your physician or health care provider. Determine why you need certain supplies and services, and ask if Medicare Part A will cover these expenses. If you require something that is typically covered, but won’t be covered by Medicare based on your situation, you may be required to sign a notice confirming you may have to pay for the item, service or medical supply. You can find out if Medicare covers your medical service, item or supply here.

Medicare Coverage Factors

Whether or not you qualify for Medicare Part A coverage will depend upon three main factors. First, Medicare coverage is decided by federal and state laws. National coverage is decided upon by Medicare, so the decision about whether or not a service, supply or item is covered is made by Medicare. Individual companies also make local coverage decisions. These companies process the claims that come through via Medicare, and decide if something is medically necessary and should be covered.

Apply for Medicare Part A coverage now through Get Best Medicare and avoid paying higher premiums for the Medicare coverage you need.