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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.

Summary Details

Hours

2.0

4.80 (1229 Ratings)

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Learning 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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Access Period:	12 months
Prerequisites:	None
Delivery Method:	Self-Study
PDF Download:	Available
Provider of Record:	WebCE
Provider Number:	207749
Last Reviewed:	January 2025
Study Level:	Intermediate
Approved For:	Life / Health

Exam

Proctor:	Yes
Passing Grade:	70
Questions:	25

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