Many people assume Medicare will pay for long-term care, but that is usually not the case. Medicare mainly covers short-term medical care, not ongoing assistance with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, or eating.

Medicare Special Needs Plans provide focused healthcare support for people with chronic conditions, dual Medicare-Medicaid eligibility, and institutional care needs. With coordinated care, prescription coverage, and added benefits, these plans can improve health outcomes and reduce costs.

Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNPs) provide customized healthcare coverage for people with chronic conditions, dual eligibility, or those living in institutions. Learn how these plans work and who qualifies.