Which of the following is a core benefit of Medicare supplemental insurance?

Medicare supplemental insurance(Medigap) covers gaps in Original Medicare (Parts A and B), such as deductibles, coinsurance, and certain costs not covered by Medicare. A core benefit, included in most Medigap plans (e.g., Plans A–N), is coverage for thefirst 3 pints of bloodeach year, which Medicare Part A does not cover. Other options like at-home recovery or prescription drugs are not core benefits, and preventive care is covered by Medicare, not Medigap.

Option A: Correct. The first 3 pints of blood is a core Medigap benefit.

Option B: Incorrect. At-home recovery is not a standard core benefit in most Medigap plans.

Option C: Incorrect. Prescription drug coverage is not a core Medigap benefit; it’s covered by Medicare Part D.

Option D: Incorrect. Preventive care is covered by Medicare Part B, not a core Medigap benefit.

This question falls under the Prometric content outline section on “Medicare,” which covers Medigap benefits.