Highlighted benefits of a Medicare Advantage plan typically exclude which of the following?

Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Part C, are designed to provide a wide array of benefits that often exceed those offered by original Medicare (Part A and Part B). A key feature of these plans is their inclusion of various additional benefits that enhance the healthcare coverage available to beneficiaries. Hospital insurance, which is specifically part of Medicare Part A, encompasses coverage for inpatient hospital stays, skilled nursing facility care, hospice care, and some home health services. It is a fundamental aspect of Medicare and is included in all Medicare Advantage plans.

In contrast, the other benefits listed—vision coverage, dental benefits, and outpatient services—are typically considered supplemental to the core Medicare coverage. While not guaranteed with Medicare alone, these added benefits are frequently available through Medicare Advantage plans, enticing beneficiaries to enroll in these plans for more comprehensive health coverage. This is why hospital insurance is the correct answer, as it represents a basic coverage component that is inherently included in all Medicare Advantage plans, rather than a highlighted benefit that might be excluded.