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7 Unexpected Things Medicare Does Not Cover

Medicare plans A and B, also known as Original Medicare or Traditional Medicare, provide coverage for a big chunk of your medical expenses after you turn 65. Part A covers hospital stays,…

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Most Dental Care

Routine dental visits, teeth cleaning, fillings, dentures or most tooth extractions are not covered by Medicare. There are certain Medicare Advantage plans that cover basic cleaning and x-rays, but you’ll most likely need to pay an annual coverage cap of around $1,500.

One way to cover your dental services is to get a separate dental insurance policy or a dental discount plan. A better option would be to save money in a health savings account prior to enrolling in Medicare. The money can subsequently be used tax-free for any medical, dental and other out-of-pocket costs at any age.

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