Medigap

Under national law, you only have the right to buy a Medigap policy at certain times.

Private Medigap policies could not cover any of those costs.

Three of the 10 standard Medigap plans now provide drug benefits.

Those with enough money can pay for extra care, either through a Medigap policy or on their own.

Most states also have programs that pay for some form of Medigap coverage.

Furthermore, a single Medigap plan may cover only one person.

Insurers will not be allowed to offer any other Medigap policy.

Fourth, we need to reform the way Medigap policies work.

Most elderly people buy private Medigap insurance to help cover these costs.

But, unlike such Medigap policies, it would cover only drugs.

Would the Medigap plan pick up some of his leftover drug costs?

She had been unable to buy a Medigap plan that included drug coverage.

Others may wind up paying a lot more for a new Medigap policy than if they had kept their old policies.

Don't shop for Medigap policies based just on the premiums you pay the first year.

In fact, Medigap is such a good idea that many families are talked into buying two, three or more different policies.

The law would prohibit the sale of more than one Medigap policy to an individual.

Under the circumstances, a "Medigap" policy is essential for people over 65.

The federal government is required to consult them in setting Medigap standards.

Insurers say they will be ready to sell the new Medigap policies by the end of this year.

There are several things to steer clear of when purchasing a Medigap policy.

That's why many older citizens bought private insurance to cover this "Medigap."

But as they pay more for outpatient services, their Medigap premiums increase.

Empire cut the price of a popular Medigap option that does not include drugs by 2 percent.

Thus the individual should compare his company's policy costs and coverage with the ten Medigap policies.

Some Medigap policies sold before 2006 may include coverage for prescription drugs.