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Aug 2023
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Ep 32: Decoding Medicare's Alphabet Soup...

Clarice Grote, MS, OTR/L
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Decoding Medicare's Alphabet Soup: Medicare Plans

It is no wonder so many people get confused about the difference between Medicare plans as they are only distinguished by a different letter of the alphabet. As an OT practitioner, it is always helpful to know the difference between plans so that you can not only help yourself but so that you can help your patients better understand the plan they have. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am talking about Medicare plans!


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In this episode, I cover:

  • Defining the differences between Medicare and Medicaid.
  • Covering Medicare Part A, B, C, and D - who is eligible for them, what each of them covers, and anything else you need to know up front.
  • Why Medicare Part C (also known as Medicare Advantage Plans) can be tricky to navigate. 
  • Touching on supplemental plans- what they are, who is eligible for them and how they work.  


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