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Medicare 101

Medicare 101 training is for individuals and their care partners who will soon be eligible for Medicare, as well as those who already have Medicare and would like to learn more about their coverage. 

This session will explain:

  • Medicare Part A (inpatient hospitalization/skilled nursing)
  • Part B (doctors/outpatient hospital services/labs/radiology)
  • Part C (Medicare Advantage plans)
  • Part D (prescription drugs)
  • How to address gaps in Medicare benefits through Medicare supplemental plans.

About This Program

This free class is taught by the Fairfax County’s Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) team which is part of the Department of Family Services, Adult and Aging Division. Instructors are non-biased, state-certified SHIP (State Health Insurance and Assistance Program) Counselors. Under ACL guidelines for Conflict of Interest, this presentation is not intended for health insurance broker or agent education."

Registration is required for this in-person event. For adults and older adults.

Date:
Monday, October 5, 2026
Time:
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2
Library Branch:
Thomas Jefferson Library
Categories:
Workshop & Tutorial  
Audience:
 

Registration is required. There are 38 seats available.

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