What Is Medicare Type C? 
Medicare Part C , also called Medicare Advantage is a product that was developed originally back in the 90 's -LRB- called Medicare + Choice -RRB- to help cut costs for Medicare . It was overhauled in 2003 to the product that now exists . Medicare Advantage plans combine the benefits of Medicare Part A and Part B into a single program operated by a private insurance company . The funds for this program come from Part A and B premiums and often an additional premium from the patient . It is structured like most commercial plans with a copay or coinsurance for different types of visits , a maximum out of pocket expense , etc. . . Some plans do not have prescription benefits . These are called MA plans . Others , MAPD plans , have a prescription plan built in . Talk to a local insurance agent to find out if Medicare Part C is the best option for you . 