what is part a and b of medicare
Original Medicare, sometimes called Traditional Medicare, refers to Medicare Parts A and B. Medicare Part A is often called hospital or inpatient insurance because it pays for care in the hospital. Part A also pays some of the costs of stays at skilled nursing facilities, or health care at home. Finally, Part A also covers hospice care for people who are terminally ill.
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) Part B covers certain doctors' services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services. A type of Medicare health plan offered by a private company that contracts with Medicare to provide you with all your Part A and Part B benefits.