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Does Medicare cover long-term care?

Medicare covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation care under specific conditions, but it generally does not cover ongoing custodial long-term care, like extended nursing home stays for daily living assistance.

Last updated 2026-06-27GetFastRates.com Editorial TeamLicensed insurance review process
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Medicare covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation care under specific conditions, but it generally does not cover ongoing custodial long-term care, like extended nursing home stays for daily living assistance.

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