The 75-Year-Old Man Who Has Been Hospitalized Following a Severe

The 75-year-old man who has been hospitalized following a severe case of pneumonia is concerned about his mounting hospital bill and asks if his Medicare coverage will pay for his care. What would be the most helpful response by the nurse?

A) Medicare Part C pays 50% of all medical costs for persons older than 65.
B) Medicare Part B pays hospital costs and physician fees.
C) Medicare Part A pays for inpatient hospital costs.
D) Medicare Part D pays 80% of the charges made by physicians.