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In Business / College | 2025-07-07

Multiple Choice

Mark continues working after the age of 65 and is covered through his employer's group health plan. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. Medicare is the primary payer
B. Medicare is the secondary payer
C. He's not eligible for Medicare
D. His group health plan and Medicare pay 50/50

Asked by titus280

Answer (2)

For someone over 65 working and covered by an employer's plan, Medicare serves as the secondary payer. This is because the employer's group plan pays first. Understanding this coordination helps ensure continuous health coverage. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

Mark is covered by his employer's health plan, which is the primary payer since he is still working. Therefore, Medicare serves as the secondary payer. The correct answer is B. Medicare is the secondary payer.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-18