Medicare Supplements

Medicare Supplements

Medicare Supplements can help cover the expenses that Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare) do not cover. These plans are sold by private insurers who are licensed to sell Medicare plans.

Original Medicare will cover your inpatient and outpatient costs, while Medicare Supplements will cover costs like your deductibles or coinsurance.

Coverage

Medicare Supplements, or Medigap, cover more than just deductibles and coinsurance. These plans also cover:

  • Hospital costs
  • Blood transfusions
  • Copayments
  • Excess charges
  • Foreign travel emergency care

The amount of coverage you receive for these services depends on the supplement plan you choose. There are ten supplement plans: A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M, and N. If you want basic coverage, then Plans A or B are ones to consider. If you would like more comprehensive coverage, you can choose between Plans C, F, G, or N. However, Plans C and F are only available to those who became eligible for Medicare before January 1, 2020.

How Do They Work?

Once you receive the healthcare you need, the bill will be sent to Medicare. Original Medicare will pay its share, which is the standard 80% of the bill. Your Medicare Supplement plan will then pay most, if not all, of the remaining 20%.

As mentioned before, the amount that is covered will ultimately depend on the supplement plan you choose.

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When Can I Enroll?

To enroll in a Medicare Supplement, you must be 65 and enrolled in Original Medicare. Once you meet these two requirements, your Medigap Open Enrollment Period will begin and last for six months. During the six months, you can enroll in any Medicare Supplement plan without the worry of being denied coverage because of a health condition. You will also not be charged more in premiums.

However, waiting too long to enroll and missing this period will grant insurers the right to deny you coverage, charge you more, or put you through medical underwriting. Ultimately, missing this period will limit your chances of getting the coverage you need, and at a price you can afford.

If you feel that enrolling in a Medicare Supplement plan will be best for your situation, reach out to Josh Burns at Capstone Insurance & Financial Group in Flowood, MS. He can help you determine the coverage you need and make sure you get the most out of your coverage.