If bleeding occurs in the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine, the stool may turn black and sticky, and be described medically as black, tarry stool (melena). Generally, black, tarry stool also is foul-smelling.
Q. I have Original Medicare. A. The Part B costs for Original Medicare are as follows: Premium - $104.90 per month (in 2015); Deductible - $147 per year (in 2015); and Coinsurance - 20 percent for most services Medicare Part B covers.
However, there is a deductible of $1,260. Medicare Part B has a premium of $104.90 per month, with a yearly deductible of $147. You also have to pay a 20 percent copay, in some cases. Medicare Part C costs vary, depending on the company, but you may have to pay an additional premium per month.