Medicare beneficiaries spend over $5,000 a year on health costs not covered by Medicare, according to a 2018 Kaiser Foundation study. Beyond premiums, they pay deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, and full costs for dental, eyeglasses, and prescriptions.
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According to a 2018 Kaiser Foundation study, Medicare patients pay an average of more than $5,000 every year for healthcare expenses not covered by Medicare. That's more than $400 a month out of our retirement income. In addition to the monthly cost of Medicare Part B, there are also deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. A deductible is the amount you must pay each year before Medicare begins to pay some or the remainder of charges. A copay is a specific fee you pay for a covered expense. And coinsurance is a percentage of charges you share with Medicare. What's more, you are also responsible for doctor fees and hospital charges that exceed the standard Medicare allowances, as well as benefit limitations and coverage exclusions. Like prescription drugs, tooth repair, removal, or replacement, eyeglasses, contact lenses,