Which description best matches Medicare Part A coverage?

• A. Inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facility, hospice, and some home health.
• B. Outpatient services and physician visits.
• C. Prescription drug coverage.
• D. Vision and dental benefits.

Answer: (A)

Medicare Part A is hospital insurance. It covers inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facility care after a qualifying hospital stay, hospice, and some home health services. This means when you’re admitted for an inpatient stay, Part A helps pay for the hospital stay and related services. It also covers post-acute care in a skilled nursing facility for a limited period after a hospital stay, hospice care for those with a terminal illness, and certain home health services if you’re homebound and need skilled care. Outpatient services and physician visits are covered by Part B, prescription drugs by Part D, and routine vision or dental are not typically covered by Original Medicare.