Which Medicare part is associated with outpatient services and requires a premium?

Which Medicare part is associated with outpatient services and requires a premium?

• A. Medicare Part A
• B. Medicare Part B
• C. Medicare Part D
• D. Medicare Advantage

Answer: (B)

Outpatient services are covered by Medicare Part B, which handles medical care you receive without being admitted to a hospital. This includes doctor visits, outpatient procedures, lab tests, imaging, and many preventive services. Part B has a monthly premium (along with deductible and potential coinsurance), which distinguishes it from Part A, the inpatient component that is often premium-free for many people. Prescription drugs are covered by Part D, and Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) bundle Parts A and B and may involve their own premiums. So the combination of outpatient coverage and a required premium points to Medicare Part B.

Outpatient services are covered by Medicare Part B, which handles medical care you receive without being admitted to a hospital. This includes doctor visits, outpatient procedures, lab tests, imaging, and many preventive services. Part B has a monthly premium (along with deductible and potential coinsurance), which distinguishes it from Part A, the inpatient component that is often premium-free for many people. Prescription drugs are covered by Part D, and Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) bundle Parts A and B and may involve their own premiums. So the combination of outpatient coverage and a required premium points to Medicare Part B.