More About Medicare: Home Health, Skilled Nursing Facility, and Hospice Care Benefits

Overview

Medicare, the largest health care provider for those 65 and older, covers hospice care, home health care, and short-term stays in skilled nursing facilities, but not long-term care. Strict requirements apply for these benefits. This course covers Medicare’s four parts (A, B, C, D) and details key benefits: short-term skilled nursing care, home health care, and hospice care, including eligibility, costs, and provided benefits.

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Objectives

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits provided by Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D
  • Describe the eligibility criteria to receive Medicare-covered skilled nursing facility care
  • Understand the eligibility requirements that must be met to receive Medicare-covered home health care
  • Describe the types of home health care services that Medicare will cover
  • Understand who is eligible to receive Medicare-covered hospice care
  • Describe how Medicare Advantage may differ in its approach from Original Medicare in providing health care benefits

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Life and health insurance producers and finance professionals working with senior clients 




Course Information

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