Medicare Supplement News

What Is a Guaranteed Issue Right?

A guaranteed issue right allows you to buy a Medigap policy from an insurance company without any consideration for your preexisting health conditions.

Read More

Medigap brokers vs. Medigap agents

Medigap brokers from insurance agents. Insurance brokers represent the insurance customer, whereas insurance agents represent an insurance company.

Read More

What Is Medicare SELECT?

Medicare SELECT plans are Medigap policies that require you to use in-network doctors and facilities. The plans usually cost less than standard Medigap plans.

Read More

How to Find a Medicare Office Near You | Contact Medicare

Find your nearest Medicare office for help with Medicare and Social Security. To compare private Medicare Supplement plans available in your area, call our licensed insurance agents.

Read More

Does Medicare Cover Sleep Apnea Equipment?

If you're diagnosed with sleep apnea, Medicare will cover your use of a CPAP machine for a 3-month trial or longer, if deemed medically necessary.

Read More

Are Medicare costs tax deductible?

Medicare and medical expense costs above 7.5%-10% of your income may be tax deductible. Premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance may qualify.

Read More

Can I keep my doctor on Medicare?

Medicare beneficiaries can keep their doctor as long as the provider is enrolled in the Medicare program. Most practitioners are in the Medicare program.

Read More

International Medicare and Medigap Coverage

Original Medicare provides limited international medical coverage. Certain Medicare Supplement insurance plans include a foreign travel emergency care benefit.

Read More

Can Spouses Share the Same Medicare Supplement Plan? | MedicareSupplement.com

Spouses cannot share the same Medigap policy because they are sold individually. Some insurance companies may offer a spousal discount when two members of the same household enroll in a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan for the same carrier..

Read More

How does high-deductible Medigap Plan F work?

High-deductible Medicare Supplement insurance plan options, like high-deductible Plan F, require enrollees to pay a yearly deductible before coverage kicks in.

Read More