A Medicare recipient has elected to pay a monthly premium for Medicare that will cover expenses,such as laboratory services and equipment.Which of the following parts of Medicare is being described?

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Medicare Part B is a supplemental (voluntary)program; it provides coverage for services that are not covered by Part A,such as laboratory services,ambulance transportation,prostheses,equipment,and some supplies.Part A provides coverage for hospital care,home care,and skilled nursing care.Part C is an option that can be chosen for additional coverage.Part C includes services of both Parts A and B.The Part C plans are coordinated care plans that include HMOs,private fee-for-service plans,and medical savings accounts (MSAs).Part C provides for all health care coverage costs after a high deductible.Part D provides prescription coverage.

A Medicare Recipient Has Elected to Pay a Monthly Premium