What is Medicare Advantage?

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Medicare 101 The ABC and Ds of Medicare
Medicare Advantage is a Medicare plan offered by
private insurers who contract with the program.
Medicare Advantage plans, even known as Medicare
Part C, provide hospital, outpatient, and,
usually, prescription drug coverage, supplanting
benefits under Medicare parts A, B, and
D. Medicare Advantage plans are offered in most
areas of the United States, and many plans offer
extra benefits not covered by original Medicare.
Here are the main parts of Medicare advantage
plans- Medicare Part A Medicare Part B
Medicare Part C Medicare Part D