1. Federal program that provides health benefits for people who qualify - usually those over 65 and the disabled. 2. Payroll taxes from employers and employees go to pay for the program. 3.' Medicare' Part A covers hospitalization, and is funded by the government. Part B, also called Supplemental Medical Insurance, covers basic medical expenses, and is paid jointly by the government and the insured.
Barry Goldsmith
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