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Article: Questions about Medicare Part C

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February 20, 2005
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I know about Medicare Part A and B, and recently I have begun to learn more about Medicare Part D. Is there a Medicare Part C? I don't think I have that benefit.

Medicare Part C is what used to be known as Medicare+Choice, and is now know as Medicare Advantage.

The Medicare Advantage plans available in Anne Arundel County are offered by Aetna Health Inc., Elder Health Maryland and Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus.

Medicare pays a set amount of money for your care every month when you belong to one of these private plans. You must have Medicare Part A and B in order to join one of the plans.

For additional information, make an appointment at the senior center nearest you to talk to a ...

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