Medicare Part B
/ˈmɛdɪˌkɛr pɑrt bi/
Definitions
- (n.) A component of the U.S. Medicare program that covers outpatient medical services and certain preventive care for eligible beneficiaries.
Medicare Part B helps cover doctor visits and outpatient services not included in Part A.
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- medicare part b
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Commentary
Medicare Part B is typically paired with Part A to form Original Medicare and is distinct from Part C (Medicare Advantage) and Part D (prescription drug coverage).
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