Which of the following statements about Medicare is FALSE?
A)Medicare pays for about 80 percent of the health care costs of older Americans.
B)Medicare pays for acute illness.
C)Medicare Part A is paid for in part by payroll tax.
D)Medicare Part D is a prescription drug coverage plan.

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Medicare only covers about 80% of the health care costs of older Americans, not all of it. The remaining 20% must be covered by supplemental insurance or out-of-pocket expenses.

Which of the Following Statements About Medicare Is FALSE