To join Medicare Part C, you must be enrolled in which parts?

• A. Part A and Part B
• B. Part A only
• C. Part B only
• D. Part D

Answer: (A)

To join Medicare Part C, you must be enrolled in both Part A and Part B. Part C, known as Medicare Advantage, is offered by private plans that replace Original Medicare and bundle hospital and medical coverage, so having both Part A and Part B ensures you have the necessary benefits to be eligible for these plans. Part D, the prescription drug coverage, is not required to enroll in Part C. Some Part C plans include drug coverage (MAPD), but you can also add standalone Part D if you stay with Original Medicare. Enrolling in Part A alone or Part B alone would not qualify you for Part C.