If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, there’s a good chance you’re sitting on benefits you didn’t fully use last year, and that could cost you. Unlike traditional Medicare, many modern plans include dental and vision perks that don’t roll over into the next year. That means unused benefits simply disappear when the calendar resets.
Original Medicare doesn’t cover most routine dental or vision care, which surprises many retirees. Medicare primarily focuses on medically necessary services, not preventive care like cleanings or eyeglasses. That’s why many seniors choose Medicare Advantage plans, which often include dental and vision extras.
