Medicare Advantage plans are another way to get Original Medicare (Parts A and B).

The government pays a private insurance company you select to manage your care.

You pay:

• Part A premiums (if any)
• Part B premiums
• The Medicare Advantage plan's premium (if any)
• Any deductibles, copays, or coinsurance

What do these plans cover?

All medically-necessary care covered by Original Medicare.

They could include prescription drug coverage (Medicare Part D) and:

• Vision and hearing exams
• Dental care
• Foot care
• Yearly routine exams
• Wellness classes

What should I do before I enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan?

When can I enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan?

How to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan

My Medicare Advantage plan is leaving Medicare

Medicare Part D plans

Updated 01/18/2013