What services are covered under Medicare Part B?

Medicare Part B is designed to cover a range of outpatient services that are essential for individuals' health and well-being. This coverage includes medically necessary services, such as doctor visits, ambulance services, and outpatient hospital services, as well as preventive services that help detect health issues early, such as vaccinations and screenings.

This focus on outpatient and preventive care is critical because it helps beneficiaries manage their health conditions and maintain their health without the need for hospitalization. The services included under Medicare Part B are integral to promoting overall health and wellness in the senior population.

The other options relate to services that are either covered under different parts of Medicare or not covered at all. Inpatient hospital stays fall under Medicare Part A. Home health care can be covered under Medicare Part B but typically is more relevant under Part A, especially when skilled care is involved. Long-term care services are generally not covered under any part of Medicare, focusing instead on custodial care which is primarily offered through other programs or private insurance options.