108 Medicare Terms Defined

Medicare Glossary

Plain-English definitions for every Medicare term — from ABN to ZIP enrollment. No jargon, no confusion.

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Original Medicare

Medicare Basics

The traditional fee-for-service Medicare program offered directly through the federal government, consisting of Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance). Under Original Medicare, you can go to any doctor or hospital that accepts Medicare.

Also known as: Traditional Medicare, Fee-for-service Medicare

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