How Much Does Medicare Part A Cost?

Medicare Part A is also referred to as hospital insurance. If your doctor determines that you need a certain type of care under this category, it will more than likely be covered. Some of the most common forms of care include:

• Hospital Care, semi-private rooms, prescription drugs related to treatment, meals, and more.
• Long-Term Hospital Care up to 60 days of inpatient stay.
• Skilled Nursing Facility Care for a limited amount of time, including certain services and supplies required for care.

Other more specific types of care, including but not limited to semi-private rooms, medical supplies and equipment, and ambulance transportation are also included in Medicare Part A coverage. The following list requires approval for coverage based on need:

• Nursing home care not including custodial care (i.e., dressing, bathing, etc.).
• Hospice Care—to qualify, your doctor must certify the service’s necessity. You must agree to accept palliative care. You must sign an agreement stating that you’re accepting hospice care instead of other Medicare-covered treatments for your health condition.
• Home health services are covered shortly after a hospital stay for recovery.