
Summer is Coming Up, Know Your Coverage Options!
by Natalie Stefan
Traveling This Summer? Here’s What You Need to Know About Medicare Coverage Are you planning to travel within the U.S. this summer? The good news is that most doctors and hospitals accept Original Medicare. If you experience a sudden illness or injury, Medicare Part B typically covers emergency medical care while you’re away. However, if you’re heading abroad, there are a few important details to consider. Medicare does not cover medical expenses incurred outside the U.S. This includes not reimbursing for prescription medications you purchase while overseas. That said, Medicare may cover certain services abroad, such as inpatient hospital care, ambulance services, or dialysis in foreign hospitals, but coverage is often limited. For additional protection when traveling internationally, Medigap (Medicare