Original Medicare
Medicare Glossary
A federally managed fee-for-service health insurance plan for seniors and some living with disabilities that is comprised of two parts, Part A and Part B. Original Medicare pays its share of Medicare-approved amounts after you reach your deductible, though you will still need to pay your share of out-of-pocket costs.
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