The main components of Medicare
Original Medicare
Original Medicare offers health insurance to U.S. citizens and qualified legal residents age 65 and older. People younger than 65 with certain medical problems also qualify for it. Original Medicare is run by the federal government.
Part Ahelps pay for hospital stays and inpatient care
Part Bhelps pay for doctor visits and outpatient care
There are two primary options for extra Medicare coverage
Your Optum Primary Care Provider + Medicare = A healthier you

Hand-picked care team
You get a primary care doctor and a care team of specialists and support staff. They all work together to offer you great care.
Annual wellness plan
You’ll work with your primary care doctor to develop personalized health goals for the year. Then, you’ll get regular coaching to help you reach them.


Programs for long-term medical problems
Have heart disease, diabetes or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? You’ll discover new levels of support to help you care for these and other health problems.
Help every step of the way
Need a specialist or in-home care? Have questions about your prescription drugs? Your primary care doctor will help you get the care you need, when you need it.

What Medicare plan is right for you?
Ask yourself these questions
What Medicare plans will my doctor and specialists accept?
What plans cover my medicines?
Which plans offer monthly premiums I can afford?
- There are several ways to learn about your Medicare coverage options. You can review the CMS website at Medicare.gov or call 1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227/TTY call 1-877-486-2048), 24 hours a day/7 days a week. You can contact Medicare Advantage health plans directly for information about the plans they offer. Another option is to speak with a licensed insurance agent.
- Calling this number will direct you to a licensed insurance agent to help you with your Medicare needs.
Better Medicare Alliance: State of Medicare Advantage 2021 Published May 2021.
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