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Social Security Hospital Insurance (HI)

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What is the official name of Social Security Hospital Insurance (HI)?

  1. Medicare Part A

  2. Medicare Part B

  3. Medicare Part C

  4. Medicare Part D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Medicare Part A is the official name of Social Security Hospital Insurance (HI).

Who is eligible for Medicare Part A?

  1. People aged 65 and older

  2. People with disabilities

  3. People with end-stage renal disease

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medicare Part A is available to people aged 65 and older, people with disabilities, and people with end-stage renal disease.

What does Medicare Part A cover?

  1. Hospital stays

  2. Skilled nursing facility care

  3. Home health care

  4. Hospice care


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Medicare Part A covers hospital stays, skilled nursing facility care, home health care, and hospice care.

How much does Medicare Part A cost?

  1. $148.50 per month

  2. $278.60 per month

  3. $417.20 per month

  4. $556.80 per month


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The standard Medicare Part A premium for 2023 is $148.50 per month.

What is the deductible for Medicare Part A?

  1. $1,556

  2. $1,600

  3. $1,664

  4. $1,728


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Medicare Part A deductible for 2023 is $1,600.

What is the coinsurance for Medicare Part A?

  1. 20%

  2. 25%

  3. 30%

  4. 35%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Medicare Part A coinsurance for 2023 is 20%.

What is the lifetime limit for Medicare Part A?

  1. 60 days

  2. 90 days

  3. 120 days

  4. There is no lifetime limit


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no lifetime limit on the number of days you can receive Medicare Part A benefits.

What is the Medicare Part A trust fund?

  1. A fund that pays for Medicare Part A benefits

  2. A fund that pays for Medicare Part B benefits

  3. A fund that pays for Medicare Part C benefits

  4. A fund that pays for Medicare Part D benefits


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Medicare Part A trust fund is a fund that pays for Medicare Part A benefits.

What is the current status of the Medicare Part A trust fund?

  1. It is projected to be depleted in 2026

  2. It is projected to be depleted in 2028

  3. It is projected to be depleted in 2030

  4. It is projected to be depleted in 2032


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Medicare Part A trust fund is projected to be depleted in 2026.

What are some of the proposed solutions to address the Medicare Part A trust fund shortfall?

  1. Increase the Medicare Part A premium

  2. Increase the Medicare Part A deductible

  3. Increase the Medicare Part A coinsurance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are proposed solutions to address the Medicare Part A trust fund shortfall.

What is the Social Security Administration's role in Medicare Part A?

  1. It collects Medicare Part A premiums

  2. It processes Medicare Part A claims

  3. It provides customer service for Medicare Part A beneficiaries

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Social Security Administration collects Medicare Part A premiums, processes Medicare Part A claims, and provides customer service for Medicare Part A beneficiaries.

How can I apply for Medicare Part A?

  1. I can apply online at the Social Security Administration website

  2. I can apply by phone at the Social Security Administration toll-free number

  3. I can apply in person at my local Social Security office

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You can apply for Medicare Part A online at the Social Security Administration website, by phone at the Social Security Administration toll-free number, or in person at your local Social Security office.

When should I apply for Medicare Part A?

  1. Three months before I turn 65

  2. Six months before I turn 65

  3. One year before I turn 65

  4. Two years before I turn 65


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

You should apply for Medicare Part A three months before you turn 65.

What happens if I don't apply for Medicare Part A on time?

  1. I will have to pay a late enrollment penalty

  2. I will not be able to get Medicare Part A

  3. I will have to pay a higher premium for Medicare Part A

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

If you don't apply for Medicare Part A on time, you will have to pay a late enrollment penalty.

How can I get more information about Medicare Part A?

  1. I can visit the Social Security Administration website

  2. I can call the Social Security Administration toll-free number

  3. I can visit my local Social Security office

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You can get more information about Medicare Part A by visiting the Social Security Administration website, calling the Social Security Administration toll-free number, or visiting your local Social Security office.

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