Resource Library
Medicare guidance, explained simply
Our growing library of plain-language guides covers Medicare basics, eligibility, and plan types — so you can learn at your own pace before you ever pick up the phone.
Guides
Start with these Medicare basics
Each guide below links to a full page with more detail — read whichever ones apply to your situation.
Understanding Medicare
Part A covers inpatient hospital care or a limited stay in a skilled nursing facility, while Part B covers outpatient hospital and medical services.
Read moreFirst Time With Medicare
You may qualify if you're 65 or older, under 65 with a qualifying disability, or diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease or ALS. Some rules and conditions apply depending on your situation.
Read moreMedicare Advantage & Special Needs Plans
These plans offer coverage for vision, hearing, dental, and wellness services, including discounts or gym memberships.
Read moreMedigap Explained
For a monthly premium, a Medigap Supplement plan lets you go to any doctor, specialist, or hospital anytime, anywhere.
Read morePrescription Drug Plans
An optional benefit available to all Medicare beneficiaries, offering help to pay for some prescription drugs.
Read moreEnrollment Basics
Have your red, white, and blue Medicare ID card ready when you enroll. If you don't have one, contact the Social Security Administration and have your postal code, Medicare number, last name, and date of birth on hand.
Read moreThis library is made up of internal guide pages, not a blog — we don't publish dated articles or outside content. We add new guides here as they're ready, so check back over time as the library grows.
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