202404PMED1MDSIMPLE 3 www.Postal-Service-Health-Benefits-Program.com Table of Contents Chapter 9: Medicare Coverage Options for Individuals with Disabilities 23 9.1 Eligibility Criteria 23 9.2 Coverage Options 24 Chapter 10: Understanding Medicare's Coverage Beyond Traditional Healthcare 25 10.1 Coverage for Home Health Services 25 10.1.1 Eligibility Criteria 25 10.1.2 Covered Services 25 10.2 Coverage for Hospice Care 26 10.2.1 Eligibility Criteria 26 10.2.2 Covered Services 26 10.3 Coverage for Skilled Nursing Facility Care 27 10.3.1 Eligibility Criteria 27 10.3.2 Covered Services 27 Chapter 11: Managing Your Medicare Benefits 28 11.1 Tips for Maximizing Medicare Benefits 28 11.1.1 Annual Medicare Wellness Visits 28 11.1.2 Utilizing Preventive Services 28 11.1.3 Managing Prescription Drug Costs 28 11.2 How to Appeal Medicare Decisions 29 11.2.1 Understanding the Appeals Process 29 11.2.2 Steps for Filing an Appeal 29 Chapter 12: Exploring Medicare Advantage Plans 30 12.1 What is Medicare Advantage? 30 12.2 Understanding Medicare Advantage Networks 30 12.2.1 Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Plans 30 12.2.2 Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plans 30 12.2.3 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) 30 12.3 Enrollment Process and Eligibility 31 12.3.1 Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) 31 12.3.2 Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) 31 12.3.3 Special Enrollment Periods (SEP) 31 Conclusion: 32 Navigating Medicare - Your Comprehensive Guide 32
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