If bleeding occurs in the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine, the stool may turn black and sticky, and be described medically as black, tarry stool (melena). Generally, black, tarry stool also is foul-smelling.
Q. I have Original Medicare. A. The Part B costs for Original Medicare are as follows: Premium - $104.90 per month (in 2015); Deductible - $147 per year (in 2015); and Coinsurance - 20 percent for most services Medicare Part B covers.
This part is free to most who have paid payroll taxes. The second part of original Medicare, Part B insurance, costs most people $104.90 each month as of 2015. Its purpose is to pay for doctor visits and services, preventive care such as check-ups, medical equipment and supplies and outpatient services.