Medicare Part B covers a portion of allowed charges for outpatient services. What portion is typical?

• A. Usually 80%.
• B. 100%.
• C. 0%.
• D. 50%.

Answer: (A)

Medicare Part B shares costs for outpatient care. After you meet the annual Part B deductible, Part B typically covers 80% of the Medicare-approved amount for most outpatient services, and you’re responsible for the remaining 20% as coinsurance. Many people have supplemental coverage to help with that 20%. So the typical portion Part B pays is 80%. The other options don’t reflect the standard arrangement.