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Original Medicare (Parts A and B)

Original Medicare is coverage managed by the federal government. They pay a share of the cost and you pay the remaining balance. Medicare Part A provides hospital insurance including inpatient care in hospitals, hospice care, home health care, and care provided in a skilled nursing facility (if you meet certain requirements). Medicare Part B provides medical insurance including doctor visits, procedures that don’t require an overnight hospital stay, and some preventive care.

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Medicare Advantage (Part C) = Medicare A, B, and D

Many people find that Original Medicare doesn’t provide enough coverage and choose to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, combines Medicare Part A, Part B, and often Part D (drug coverage). Mass General Brigham Health Plan has Medicare Advantage plans starting at $0 monthly premium that include additional coverage not covered by Original Medicare.

  • Enhanced dental, vision, and hearing services
  • A Flexible Benefit Card for fitness and over-the-counter purchases
  • Hearing aids 
and eyewear allowance
  • Coverage when you travel worldwide
  • Expanded Telehealth
 

 

 

Shop 2025 Medicare Advantage plans

Original Medicare is coverage managed by the federal government. They pay a share of the cost and you pay the remaining balance. Medicare Part A provides hospital insurance including inpatient care in hospitals, hospice care, home health care, and care provided in a skilled nursing facility (if you meet certain requirements). Medicare Part B provides medical insurance including doctor visits, procedures that don’t require an overnight hospital stay, and some preventive care.

Medicare Basics Guide

Our Medicare Basics guide is a helpful tool to refer back to as you move forward and review your Medicare plan options.