Arizona Life and Health Practice Exam

Some standard Medicare Supplement policies include which benefit?

1. Emergency care

2. Preventive care

3. Hospitalization coverage

4. Hospice care

The correct answer is: Hospice care

Medicare Supplement policies, often referred to as Medigap plans, are designed to cover some of the costs that original Medicare does not, such as copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles. Hospice care is specifically included in these policies to ensure that beneficiaries have access to necessary palliative care when facing terminal illness. This support is essential for providing comfort and dignity during end-of-life care. While emergency care, preventive care, and hospitalization coverage may also be relevant to Medicare beneficiaries, they are typically covered under Medicare Parts A and B, not specifically through Medigap plans. Therefore, hospice care is an important benefit that distinguishes certain Medicare Supplement policies by providing additional financial support for critical end-of-life services.