Coverage
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Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery? Costs and Lens Options
Medicare generally covers medically necessary cataract surgery with a standard lens. Learn what you may pay in 2026 and what premium lenses cost extra.
Read MoreDoes Medicare Cover You When Traveling Outside the U.S.?
Original Medicare rarely pays for care outside the U.S. Learn the exceptions, how some Medigap plans cover foreign travel emergencies, and what to plan for.
Read MoreHow Medicare Covers Dialysis and Kidney Failure (ESRD)
People with end-stage renal disease can get Medicare at any age. Learn how dialysis, transplant, and home treatment coverage works, and when it starts.
Read MoreMedicare's GUIDE Program: Dementia Care Support for Families
Medicare's GUIDE model offers care coordination, caregiver training, and up to $2,700 a year in respite care for people with dementia. See who may qualify.
Read MoreThis content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.