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Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) is a managed care arrangement available in some states. It replaces Medicare Parts A & B. Premiums vary. It is not a supplent. It a part of Medicare and is administered by insurance companies.
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What is the best Medicare advantage plan?
There is no one best Medicare Advantage plan for everyone. You must decide which plan is best for you based on your location, cost of plan, etc.
Is private insurance coverage better than Medicare?
If you are eligible for Medicare, you may want to look into a Medicare Advantage Plan. This is a plan administered by a private insurance company who has a contract with Medicare. They must offer everything Medicare offers, but most Advantage plans offer above and beyond what Medicare allows. Each Advantage plan is different, it is definitely worth looking into if you feel you have needs that Medicare won't meet adequately.
can you help me make comparisons of the different medicare plans?
You can choose to join a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), and the plan may include Medicare prescription drug coverage. In most cases, you must take the drug coverage that comes with the Medicare Advantage Plan.
Do you have to have Medicare Part B if you have a medicare supplemental plan?
Yes; by definition, Medicare supplemental insurance "supplements" Medicare A & B.
Is Aetna Medicare primary over Medicare?
The answer depends on what type of Aetna Medicare Plan you have. If you have an Aetna Medicare Supplemental Plan, then Original Medicare pays first and the Aetna plan pays secondary If you have an Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO Plan, then the Aetna plan will always be primary as Medicare has assigned the benefits over to Aetna for processing and administration.
If you are not satisfied with your medicare advantage plan can you return to your original medigap plan at the next enrollment or do you have to start all over again?
If you are dissatisfied with your Medicare Advantage (MA) provider, you should have the option of returning to original Medicare Part A and B; as long as it's your first go round with Medicare Advantage and within twelve months of leaving your Medigap plan (if you had one). Then you should be eligible to purchase a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance plan.
Does Aetna Medicare Advantage plan provide for hospice care?
yes
When you are on medicare can you have a supplemental plan and also an advantage plan?
AnswerYes but the supplement won't pay anything then.
Will mayo accept Medicare and supplement?
If a provider accepts Medicare they have to accept a standardized supplement. They may not accept a Medicare Advantage or a Medicare Supplement Select plan.
What is the constellation Medicare plan?
The term "constellation Medicare plan" is not a commonly used or specific term in the realm of healthcare. It is possible that it could be a reference to a particular Medicare Advantage plan offered by a company named Constellation, but without further context, it is difficult to provide specific information. It is recommended to seek out more detailed information or clarification on the specific plan being referred to.
How much does medicare pay a medicare supplement plan?
ZERO! Don't confuse Medicare Advantage with Medicare Supplemental Insurance. It's like confusing the dog with it's terd.
Will Medicare pay for Kidney Dialysis?
absolutely! If you have stage IV Kidney disease, you cannot enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, but FFS Medicare does cover dialysis.
