Medicare SELECT
Medicare SELECT is a less expensive type of Medigap plan that is only available in certain states. Medicare SELECT plans can be any one of the 10 standardized plans.
To reduce costs, SELECT plans require the enrollee to use a specified network of health care providers and hospitals in order to gain full insurance benefits.
What Is the Difference Between Medigap and Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Supplement Insurance plans are not the same thing as Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plans. You cannot have a Medicare Advantage plan and Medicare Supplement Insurance at the same time.
- Medigap plans work alongside your Original Medicare coverage to help supplement your spending protection.
Medigap plans don't provide extra health care benefits, they simply help cover the deductibles, copays and other costs that you would otherwise have to pay for your Original Medicare benefits.
- Medicare Advantage plans are provided by private insurance companies and replace your Original Medicare coverage. This means that they combine all of the benefits of Medicare Part A and Part B into one single plan.
Most Medicare Advantage plans also provide prescription drug coverage, which Original Medicare typically doesn't cover.
Some Medicare Advantage plans may also include coverage for services like:
- Routine dental and vision care
- Hearing care and hearing aids
- Fitness club memberships such as SilverSneakers
- Allowances for certain over-the-counter products and medicines
Medigap plans do not provide prescription drug coverage. If you have Medicare Supplement Insurance and want to get Medicare prescription drug coverage, you can consider purchasing a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.
Find Medicare Supplement Plans Where You Live
A licensed insurance agent can help you find Medicare Supplement Insurance plans that are available where you live.
Call to speak with a licensed agent today to get help comparing plan benefits and costs so you can find a plan that fits your needs.