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  • Get to Know Medicare's Plans

Medicare Parts Explained

Medically Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, MS, DO on September 01, 2022

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: "What Is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?" "What Is Medicare Part B?"
Medicare.gov: "Medicare costs at a glance," "Joining a health or drug plan," "What's Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap)?"
Social Security Administration: "Medicare Benefits."

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