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Medicare's skilled nursing care coverage is limited — here's what you can do to prepare for the extra expense.

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Medicare's skilled nursing care coverage is limited — here's what you can do to prepare for the extra expense.

Older adults with Medicare Advantage plans, particularly those also eligible for Medicaid, are less likely to access skilled nursing.