August, 2008

In order to have a Medicare supplement, a person must also have coverage under Medicare Part A and Part B. The Medicare supplement picks up where Medicare leaves off. Medicare Part A hospitalization has a deductible and additional costs for extended hospital stays. Part B has a deductible and then generally covers 80% of medical costs. Medicare supplement coverage depends on which of the available plans you choose. Medicare supplement coverage is preferred by many seniors because it allows them ...

Many seniors have great health insurance coverage by combining Medicare Part A and Part B with a Medicare supplement plan and a Medicare Part D plan. Like everything today, prices are on the rise for Medicare Part D plans in 2009. The good news is that the Medicare Part D 2009 premiums are 37% lower than what was anticipated when Part D plans were introduced. The average 2009 rate has increased to $28 per month. This is $3 more than the 2008 average. How can a senior keep costs down? By checking...