Medicare Supplement Articles

The short answer is: no, Plan G is not going away. Although Medigap is changing, especially with respect to availability, Medicare Plan G will still be available to most Medicare beneficiaries. We’ll run through the current situation regarding the availability of Plan G and a few related plans. This should help you know what to […]

When you use Medicare for your health insurance, you may be burdened by some out-of-pocket costs in addition to your monthly Part B premiums. Aside from the basic benefits that come with Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare), you can also seek further coverage with a Medicare Supplement plan. These plans will cover many […]

If you have a medical condition as a result of your military service, then you likely qualify for VA benefits. With VA benefits, you get access to a monthly stipend and VA healthcare. This leaves many veterans wondering how (or if) Medicare and VA benefits can work together to provide them with the healthcare they […]

The California “Birthday Rule” allows folks who have a Medicare Supplement plan to change to a different plan of equal or lesser benefit, 30 days before and after their birthday, without being subject to medical underwriting.

Medicare Supplement Plans (also known as Medigap) help add additional coverage to your Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B plans. However, it’s not always easy to know when you can switch from one Medicare Supplement Plan to another.

Plan G is one of the most popular Medicare Supplement Plans out there, for good reason. While Plan N isn’t quite as popular, the plan covers a lot of the same costs as Plan G. Find out what plan is best for you.

There are guidelines regarding how and when you can purchase a Medigap plan. More specifically, it is important to learn the difference between a guaranteed issue Medicare supplement and open enrollment.

If you are age 65 or over and you’re currently enrolled in Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B), it is likely that you’ve been at least considering the purchase of a Medicare Supplement plan. Medicare Supplement insurance provides coverage for many of the “gaps” that exist in Original Medicare.

If you are covered under Original Medicare, then you will still have access to medical care from almost any doctor or hospital in the U.S. and/or its territories. However, beyond that, Medicare coverage while traveling in a foreign country is sparse, with just a few limited exceptions.

When comparing Medicare supplement plans and carriers it is very important to compare rates when looking at the same plan letter between companies. For example, if you are comparing Plan G between companies you want to focus on price along with several other factors.