Medicare Part A: A Primer

Medicare Insurance Az15 Sep, 2023Technology

Medicare Part A is the federal government’s health insurance program for those who are 65 years of age or older, as well as certain disabled individuals. It covers medically necessary services such as hospitalization, skilled nursing facility care, home health care and hospice care. Inpatient medical and mental health care in a hospital or nursing facility is covered up to an approved limit per stay.. In essence, Part A is your primary health insurance coverage for inpatient hospitalization once you turn 65 and enroll in Medicare.