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G
Geotina
Asked January 2018
Does Medicare cover dementia related expenses?
Alzheimer's & Dementia
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JoAnn29
Jan 2018
And...it only covers 80% so a supplimental is needed. You have to make sure the doctors take Medicare. Not all do.
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jeannegibbs
Jan 2018
Only the medical expenses. For example, it does not cover adult day care or special transportation.
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