What benefits are combined in a Medicare Part C plan?

A Medicare Part C plan, also known as a Medicare Advantage plan, combines benefits from various parts of Medicare. Specifically, it integrates the coverage provided by Medicare Part A (which covers inpatient hospital stays), Part B (which covers outpatient care, doctor visits, and preventive services), and often includes Part D, which provides prescription drug coverage. This comprehensive approach allows beneficiaries to receive all their health care services under one plan, simplifying access to care and often providing additional benefits such as vision, dental, or hearing coverage.

This combination is particularly beneficial as it allows individuals to manage their health care needs more effectively and potentially at a lower overall cost by having a single plan covering multiple aspects of their health care.