Medicare Advantage Plans

Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans

Medicare Supplement Insurance, also called Medigap, helps cover the expenses that Original Medicare, Parts A and B, does not. Medicare Supplement Insurance policies are offered by private insurance companies. There are several plans to choose from which are identified by letter. The most comprehensive plan is Plan G and a low cost option is Plan N. Lettered plans will offer the same benefits, however, premiums will vary by insurance companies.

Important Information about Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans

• Covers certain healthcare expenses that Original Medicare does not, such as:
• copayments
• coinsurance
• deductibles
• There is a monthly premium.
• Must be enrolled in Medicare Part A & B.
• Flexibility to visit any doctor that accepts Medicare.
• Can purchase a separate Part D Prescription Drug Plan.
• Medicare Supplement Insurance is different than a Medicare Advantage Plan.
• Can not be enrolled in both a Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan.

When to Enroll

The Open Enrollment Period for Medicare Supplement Insurance is a 6 month Open Enrollment Period that starts the month that you turn 65 and are enrolled in Medicare Part B. Open Enrollment is guarantee issue, meaning you can not be denied for any reason. If you choose to enroll outside of this period or other special enrollment periods, it may not be guarantee issue, meaning you may be subject to medical underwriting.