Which Medicare Part primarily covers hospital care?

Which Medicare Part primarily covers hospital care?

• A. Part B covers hospital care
• B. Part C covers prescription drugs
• C. Part D covers medical devices
• D. Part A covers hospital care

Answer: (D)

Medicare is divided into parts A through D, with Part A providing hospital insurance. Inpatient hospital care, including hospital stays and related services, is covered under Part A. It also covers certain related areas such as skilled nursing facility care after qualifying stays, hospice, and some home health services. Part B covers outpatient and physician services, Part C (Medicare Advantage) is an optional private-plan alternative that bundles A and B (and sometimes D), and Part D covers prescription drugs. Because hospital care is the primary focus of Part A, it is the best choice for this question.

Medicare is divided into parts A through D, with Part A providing hospital insurance. Inpatient hospital care, including hospital stays and related services, is covered under Part A. It also covers certain related areas such as skilled nursing facility care after qualifying stays, hospice, and some home health services. Part B covers outpatient and physician services, Part C (Medicare Advantage) is an optional private-plan alternative that bundles A and B (and sometimes D), and Part D covers prescription drugs. Because hospital care is the primary focus of Part A, it is the best choice for this question.