Parts A, B, C and D in plain English, with 2026 numbers. Independent educational site. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. government, the federal Medicare program, or any insurance company. Figures are 2026 amounts published by CMS unless noted; check Medicare.gov for your situation.
- Medicare Parts A, B, C and D: what each part covers
A plain-English overview of the four parts of Medicare, what each covers, what they cost in 2026, and how Medigap fits in.
- What Medicare doesn't cover: dental, vision, hearing and long-term care
The major gaps in Original Medicare, how people fill them, and what Medigap and Medicare Advantage do and don't add.
- Free preventive care under Medicare: what you can get at $0
The preventive services Part B covers with no cost sharing, the difference between a wellness visit and a physical, and how to avoid surprise bills.