Medicare Basics Quiz

What is Medicare Part A?

• Prescription drug coverage

• Outpatient medical coverage

• Hospital coverage

• Dental coverage

What does Medicare Part B cover?

• Doctor visits and lab work

• Skilled nursing facility care

• Ambulance rides

• Hospice care

What is the purpose of Medicare Part C?

• To provide prescription drug coverage

• To offer supplemental coverage for Medicare Parts A and B

• To provide hospital coverage

• To offer outpatient medical coverage

Who is eligible for Medicare Part D?

• Anyone over the age of 65

• Those with veterans benefits

• Everyone enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B

• Those with credible drug coverage

What is the main difference between Medicare Parts and Plans?

• Parts are the basic components of Medicare, while Plans are supplemental options

• Parts are optional, while Plans are mandatory

• Parts cover hospital and outpatient care, while Plans cover prescription drug coverage

• Parts are provided by private insurance companies, while Plans are provided by the government

What is the purpose of a Medigap plan?

• To offer supplemental coverage for Medicare Parts A and B

• To provide prescription drug coverage

• To pay for deductibles and co-pays of Medicare Parts A and B

• To provide hospital coverage

What is the penalty for not enrolling in Medicare Part D when first eligible?

• A decrease in Medicare benefits

• A requirement to pay higher premiums for Medicare Parts A and B

• A restriction on accessing certain healthcare services

• A late penalty that grows larger with time

What is the purpose of the Medicare Advantage program?

• To offer supplemental coverage for Medicare Parts A and B

• To offer outpatient medical coverage

• To provide a private local health insurance network for Medicare benefits

• To provide hospital coverage