Medicare Part C

Hospital Inpatient Care

As the name suggests, inpatient care encompasses medical services given to you in a hospital or any medical facility where you are admitted. Inpatient care also includes the care you receive from the health care providers as well as rehabilitation and mental health services while you are in the facility. This type of care is integral for conditions requiring close monitoring and extensive treatment.

Home Health Care

Home health care generally depends on the patient’s particular situation and is tailored to their unique needs. It can include part-time nursing care, an in-home visit with a doctor, as well as health evaluations of lab work and screenings done over the phone. This mode of care is especially beneficial for patients requiring continuous, but not hospital-level, care.

Emergency Ambulance Transportation

What if you need to be rushed to the hospital, and transporting you to a vehicle other than an ambulance can endanger your health? No need to worry because your Medicare Part C plan will cover the ambulance transportation for you. Aside from the cost of emergency ambulance transportation, Part C may also cover the medical care provided to you during transport, ensuring swift and safe access to necessary hospital services.

Durable Medical Equipment

If you need medical equipment because of your condition and you will use it at home repeatedly, then it may be qualified as durable medical equipment (DME) covered under Medicare Part C. DMEs are expected to last at least 3 years and include crutches, walkers, commode chairs, and wheelchairs, among others. To be covered by your Part C plan, the DME must be prescribed by your Medicare-enrolled doctor or health provider.

Occupational, Physical, And Speech Therapy

Broadly speaking, therapy is an intervention to help you retain your current capabilities or slow down deterioration. Depending on your specific situation, a Medicare Part C plan can cover therapy, which may include exercises to maintain or regain your motor skills, treatment of sensory, cognitive, and behavioral conditions, as well as treatment of communication disorders.

Dental Coverage

Maintain your pearly whites with the dental coverage that the Medicare Part C plan offers. This plan covers preventive dental services that include oral exams, prophylaxis or cleaning, fluoride treatments, and dental X-rays. You can also avail of periodontics, extractions, and restorative services, although with varying copay amounts.

Hearing Coverage

You do not need to miss out on conversations anymore, as your Medicare Part C plan covers the cost of hearing aids and their maintenance. Should a hearing test be necessary to check whether you need hearing aids, this service is also covered by your Medicare Advantage plan.

Vision Coverage

Bid your compromised eyesight goodbye with the vision coverage from your Medicare Part C plan. This includes cataract surgeries, glaucoma screenings, and diabetic retinopathy treatments, to name a few. If your Part C also includes prescription drug coverage, your medication after the surgery is also covered, facilitating your swift recovery.

Fitness Programs

Be the fittest you can be with gym memberships included in your Medicare Advantage plan. Access a variety of gym locations and consult with a program advisor regarding your fitness goals and progress. You can also benefit from having online health resources at your fingertips, enabling you to make smarter health choices.