Health Insurance and Medicare Medical Reference
- Nursing Home Care: Costs, Services, and What to Expect
Learn about nursing home care, costs, services, and how to choose the right facility for your loved ones.
- Medicare Eligibility and Enrollment
WebMD explains the basics of enrolling in Medicare.
- Medicare: What Are Medigap Plans?
Medigap policies are extra health insurance that you buy from a private company to pay for services that Original Medicare doesn't cover. WebMD gives you the details.
- Medicare Part B: Doctor Costs and Lab Tests
WebMD explains Medicare Part B, which pays for outpatient medical care such as doctor visits, laboratory tests, medical equipment, preventive health services, and more.
- Medicare Advantage: Private Health Insurance Through Medicare
Medicare Advantage offers more coverage than Original Medicare. WebMD explains how the plans work and how and when to enroll.
- Medicare Resources
WebMD provides a list of resources, including government and private agencies, that can help you understand your Medicare coverage.
- Medicare and Long-Term Care
Medicare does not cover much long-term care, as many people assume. Learn more from WebMD about your options.
- How to Choose a Doctor
A lot goes into finding the right doctor, from location to specialty to your insurance and even personality. Find out how to pick the best doctor for you.
- FAQs on Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
WebMD explains how the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan works for "dual eligibles," or people who are also enrolled in Medicaid.
