Learning Center
Everything you need to understand Medicare.
Clear, plain-English guides written for real people. Read what you need, skip what you don't, and shop plans whenever you're ready.
The basics
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New to Medicare? These pages give you the big picture.
The parts of Medicare
Coverage explained
Short, plain-language explanations of each part.
Part A , Hospital
Inpatient care, skilled nursing, hospice.
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Part B , Medical
Doctor visits, outpatient care, preventive services.
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Part C , Medicare Advantage
Bundled coverage from private carriers.
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Part D , Prescription drugs
Standalone drug coverage.
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Medicare Supplement
Helps cover Original Medicare out-of-pocket costs.
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Life events
When things change
Guides for the moments that most often bring Medicare into the picture.
Answers
Common questions
Straight answers to the questions we hear most often.
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