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As you approach retirement age and become eligible for Medicare, you may hear the term “Medigap coverage” being used. Medigap, also known as Medicare Supplement Insurance, is a type of insurance policy that is designed to help cover the gaps in Medicare coverage. In this article, we will discuss what Medigap coverage is, how it works, and why it is important.
As individuals reach the age of 65, they become eligible for Medicare, the Federal health insurance program that provides coverage for hospitalization, medical services, and prescription drugs. However, Medicare coverage is not comprehensive, and individuals may face out-of-pocket expenses such as deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. This is where Medigap (Medicare Supplement plan) comes in as a supplemental insurance plan that helps fill the gaps in Medicare coverage.
Medicare Supplement Insurance, also known as Medigap, is a type of health insurance policy that helps cover the out-of-pocket costs that Medicare doesn’t cover. These policies are sold by private insurance companies and are designed to work alongside Original Medicare to help pay for things like copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles.
Medicare is a Federal health insurance program that was established in 1965 to provide affordable health coverage for Americans who are 65 years of age or older, as well as some younger people with certain disabilities and medical conditions. Medicare is funded through payroll taxes, premiums, and government funding, and it covers a wide range of healthcare services, including hospital care, physician services, prescription drugs, and more.
