Medicare Basics: Know the coverage available to you

Although nearly all seniors are reliant upon this crucial healthcare program, many are not at all familiar with the various parts of Medicare and the coverage options available to them. While on the surface seemingly simple, Medicare actually is several different health insurance programs, each of which provide different types of coverage. Equally important, there are things which Medicare doesn’t cover that you should be aware of. As we approach the annual open enrollment period, this Motley Fool article by Wendy Connick describes the many parts of Medicare and which ones you might need. Click here to read more.
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