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Anne is a friendly human that can help answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid.
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What is Medicare?
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Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are over the age of 65, as well as some people who are younger than 65 but have disabilities or certain health conditions.
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I think I am eligible for Medicare, how can I enroll?
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If you receive benefits such as Social Security or Railroad Retirement, you may be automatically enrolled in Medicare. If you are not automatically enrolled, you can do so by calling Social Security.
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What does Medicare cover?
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Medicare covers health care services as well as items that are deemed medically necessary. Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, skilled nursing facility stays, home health care services and hospice care. Part B covers outpatient medical services like doctor visits, lab tests, and preventative care. And Part D covers the payment for most prescription drugs.