http:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/Pubs\/pdf\/11219.pdf<\/a><\/p>\nGenerally speaking, you will not pay a premium for Part A (once called \u201chospitalization\u201d) but will for Part B (outpatient costs, generally).<\/p>\n
Part C, or Medicare Advantage plans, may or may not include Part D, prescription drug coverage. Part D may be bought separately if you have Original Medicare.<\/p>\n
There are penalties, though, for enrolling late or enrolling in both a Medicare Advantage Plan that has Part D included along with a separate Part D plan, so be careful.<\/p>\n
People insured under Original Medicare may also want to consider a Medigap policy, which for a premium that varies by company, pays some, most or all of what Original Medicare does not.<\/p>\n
Since few people know what health challenges are down the road, one cost that can be compared is medications you currently take. To compare your costs for Part D coverage by various companies, you can consult planprescriber.com. \u00a0This tool also provides a free assessment of your presumed costs with a Medicare Advantage plan vs. Original Medicare.<\/p>\n
Perhaps the best resource for Floridians with any questions about any Medicare options is at myfloridamedicare.net.<\/p>\n
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<\/a>The open enrollment for Medicare is deadline is Friday December 7, 2012 to enroll for the first time or to change plans.<\/p>\n