What is New in 2021 for Medicare 1. Costs Part A deductible for each hospital stay: $1,484 (vs. $1,408 in 2020). Part B monthly premium: $148.50 (vs. $144.60); Part B annual deductible: $203 (vs. $198). Part D prescription drug plan average monthly premium: $30.50 (vs. $32.74). 2. Expanded telehealth All beneficiaries can get virtual check-ins with doctors and other health care providers. 3. Medicare Advantage expands More Medicare Advantage plans are offering extra services, including meals at home, rides to health appointments, safety improvements to homes and nutrition counseling. 4. Dealing with Coronavirus Medicare will pay for COVID-19 testing, and coronavirus vaccines will be free to beneficiaries. 5. Medicare Compare website The program has created a one-stop online tool to help enrollees compare medical providers, hospitals, nursing homes and other facilities. 6. Fewer Medigap plans In 2021...
