Medicare Providers Information

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that covers almost than 40 million Americans. Medicare provides hospital and medical benefits for people of retirement age. Medicare plans are offered through health-care professionals and medical facilities within the Medicare network.

Description

• Medicare providers include independent doctors, medical facilities, nursing homes and home-health agencies. Providers are Medicare-certified and offer plan participants access to medical and long-term care as well as prescription drug coverage.

Eligibility

• Providers who would like to participate in the federal insurance plan are required to complete a Medicare enrollment application. Providers must include general contact information as well as information regarding the type of facility or care that would be provided. For example, institutions such as mental health centers or rehabilitation facilities must describe the extent of their services and the nature of their care.

Coverage

• Medicare is typically available to people who are 65 years older, and to people with disabilities. Medicare plan participants have many coverage options. Plans vary depending on the participant's needs and can include Medicare prescription drug coverage, as well as health plans that cover emergency services, doctor and hospital fees and primary-care visits.