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All Medicare Advantage plans cover the same services that are covered by traditional Medicare. However, not all Medicare Advantage plans have the same cost-sharing requirements. The deductibles, premiums, and coinsurance for services vary by plan. And plans may cover benefits not covered by traditional Medicare, for instance, most Medicare Advantage plans offer coverage of dental, hearing, and vision services, although the scope of coverage varies. To compare the costs and benefits of different Medicare Advantage plans, you can visit the Medicare coverage comparison website, a searchable tool on the Medicare.gov website, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). You can also contact the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) in your state. SHIPs offer local, personalized counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families. You can call 877-839-2675 to get the phone number for the SHIP in your state.