Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: How do they compare?


A growing number of people – about half of eligible Medicare beneficiaries – are choosing Medicare Advantage. So, what’s the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage when it comes to coverage and costs?

Check out this chart for a helpful overview.

More than 30 million people choose Medicare Advantage for their health care coverage. Visit UHCMedicareHealthPlans.com to learn more about Medicare Advantage plans in your area and the value this program delivers.   

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