Possibly, the Most Serious Flaw in the Medicare System Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

Possibly, the most serious flaw in the Medicare system is the fact that

• A)the deductible is too high for most elders to afford.
• B)it provides no real protection against catastrophic losses resulting from unusually long hospital stays.
• C)the definition of an episode of illness can lead to patients paying the deductible more than once during the calendar year.
• D)coverage for outpatient drugs is poor.
• E)elders are required to pay monthly premiums to participate in Part B.

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