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Medicare Part C  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The Balanced Budget Act (BBA) of 1997 establishes a Medicare+Choice program under part C of Title XVIII, Section 4001, of the Social Security Act. Under this program, an eligible individual may elect to receive Medicare benefits through enrollment in a Medicare+Choice plan. Beneficiaries may choose to use private pay options, establish medical savings accounts, use managed care plans, or join provider-sponsored plans.

Entry terms

  • Medicare Choice
  • Medicare+Choice Program (US)
  • Medicare Plus Choice
  • Medicare Plus Choice Program (US)

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