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There is a page at the Department of Health & Human Services website that will give you information and guide you in the decision making process. Here is the page: http://www.medicare.gov/medigap/default.asp.
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What is Medigap insurance and what is it for?
Medigap is a supplemental insurance to medicare. You can check out more of this at www.medicare.gov/medigap/Default.asp or www.LongevitySupplemental.com
Who would need Medigap Insurance`?
Medigap insurance is used to cover the areas where Medicare does not cover. Medigap can be purchased with a private insurance company.
What would my medigap insurance cost?
www.medicare.gov/find-a-plan/questions/medigap-home.aspx is a government website that provides information about medigap insurance. It explains it more in depth and also talks about how much one would have to pay.
What is Medigap insurance?
Medicare does not offer complete health insurance protection. Medigap insurance is a type of plan intended to supplement Medicare coverage
Where can one find out about medigap insurance?
There are many different ways to find out about Medigap Insurance. Most insurance companies have sites that have the guidelines for their companies. You can also go in office.
What are some Medigap insurance companies?
Most companies that provide health insurance will provide Medigap insurance policies. These include companies such as State Farm, Allstate and Humana.
Where can I find more information regarding medigap insurance plans?
The Medigap Policy Search gives information on Medigap policies in your area. It doesn't give information on Original Medicare or Medicare Health Plans (like HMOs and PPOs).
Where can one find information on AARP Medigap insurance?
One may find information on AARP Medigap insurance by looking online with AARP. Medigap insurance helps pay for what Medicare does not pay for and is sold by a private insurance company. But in order to have the Medigap insurance, one must have Medicare Parts A and B. Another place that will help find Medigap insurance is Select Quote. There are other places online, but one just needs to do the research in order to find those companies that do offer it (just make sure they are a reputable company).
Can Medigap insurance be worth the investment?
There are "gaps" in Medicare coverage and the only way to fill those gaps is to purchase private Medigap insurance. Unexpected medical costs can be financially devistating for anyone but especially retirees, many who live on a fixed income. Not having Medigap insurance is a gamble. Having Medigap Insurance ensures peace of mind should a medical crises occur.
What are the eligibility requirements of Medigap insurance policy?
To be eligible for Medigap insurance policies, one needs to be living in the correct area. Also, one needs to be able to pay into the insurance policy to get the benefit.
If you have Medicare Part A B what are the benefits of having a more expensive secondary insurance over a less expensive supplemental or medigap insurance?
I'm not sure what you mean by a "secondary" insurance.
Why does medigap insurance rates raise yearly?
cost of inflation
