The Gallic Rooster. (Le Coq Gaulois) One of the national emblems of France, the Coq Gaulois (the Gallic Rooster) decorated French flags during the Revolution. It is the symbol of the French people because of the play on words of the Latin gallus meaning Gaul and gallus meaning 'coq', or rooster.
Medicare Part B pays for physician services, outpatient hospital care, and home health care that Part A does not pay for. It also covers: Diagnostic and laboratory tests, such as X-rays and blood work. Medical equipment, such as wheelchairs and hospital beds.
How to Sign up for Medicare Part B. Medicare Part B is a supplement to Medicare Part A that covers part of your expenses related to doctor visits, home care, medical equipment, and other items not covered by Part A. Part B is often used as replacement coverage after health coverage through an employer or spouse is lost.