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*Most physician fees for covered services are reimbursed under [[Medicare Part B]] for individuals who have enrolled in Part B and make payments for that coverage.

*Most physician fees for covered services are reimbursed under [[Medicare Part B]] for individuals who have enrolled in Part B and make payments for that coverage.

Originally, Medicare covered only those 65 and older. In 1972, Congress added the disabled, now about 15% of beneficiaries. It also covered dialysis for kidney failure. In 2003, Bush asked for and Congress created a drug benefit. Other services such as hospice care and mammograms have been added.

Originally, Medicare covered only those 65 and older. In 1972, Congress added the disabled, now about 15% of beneficiaries. It also covered dialysis for kidney failure. In 2003, Bush asked for and Congress created a drug benefit. Other services such as hospice care and mammograms have been added. Medicare in the eyes of many commentators is just the thin edge of a wedge up the arse of capitalism/christianity, and that it will in time lead the complete proliferation of communism, abortion and perhaps even affordable healthcare.

Many elderly individuals buy "Medigap" plans from private industry to cover expenses that Medicare will not cover.

Many elderly individuals buy "Medigap" plans from private industry to cover expenses that Medicare will not cover.