Description

For sample adults with Medicare (HIMCAREE) with Part B coverage or unknown if they have Part B coverage (MCARETYP), MCADVNTG indicates if the individual is enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan. "Medicare Advantage Plan" is another name for Medicare Part C.

The 2019 Field Representative's Manual offers the following definition of Medicare Advantage Plans:

"Medicare Advantage Plans are considered Medicare coverage. A Medicare Advantage Plan is a plan offered by a private company that contracts with Medicare to provide Medicare Part A (Hospital) and Part B (Medical) benefits. The plan provides these benefits to people with Medicare who enroll in the plan. Medicare services are covered through the plan and are not paid for by original Medicare. Types of Medicare Advantage plans include: health maintenance organizations (HMOs), preferred provider organizations (PPOs), private fee-for-service plans, special needs plans, and Medicare medical savings account plans. Many Medicare Advantage plans include Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage) and may also cover additional services such as dental and vision care."

Related Variables:

• PAYDENT: Medicare Advantage Plan pays for any dental care costs

• PAYVIS: Medicare Advantage Plan pays for any vision care costs

Comparability

This variable is completely comparable over time.

Universe

Availability

• 2019-2023

Weights

• 2019-2023 : SAMPWEIGHT