Medicare Part C typically combines the benefits of which parts?

Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, serves as a bundled alternative to Original Medicare. It combines the benefits of Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance).

Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care, while Part B covers outpatient care, preventive services, and various medical supplies. By enrolling in a Medicare Advantage plan under Part C, beneficiaries receive all the services covered under these two parts through a private insurance provider, often including added benefits like vision, dental, and hearing services, which are not typically covered under Original Medicare.

This comprehensive coverage aligns directly with the purpose of Part C, which is to offer an all-in-one approach to healthcare needs, making it easier for beneficiaries to manage their Medicare coverage. The other options presented combine elements that do not accurately reflect how Medicare Part C operates.