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.
In 2017, the Part B deductible is $183. After the deductible has been paid, Medicare pays most (generally 80%) of the approved. cost of care for services under Part B while people with Medicare pay the remaining cost. (typically 20%) for services such as doctor visits, outpatient therapy, and durable medical.