Medicare Supplement Plan F

For years, Medicare Supplement Plan F has been the most popular Medigap plan. Medicare Plan F has the most coverage of all the plans, but not everyone is eligible to enroll. Keep reading to see if Medigap Plan F is an option for you.

Medicare Supplement plans (Medigap) offer great coverage for people enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B. There are four main parts of medicare:

• Medicare Part A (Hospital coverage)
• Medicare Part B (Doctor’s services_
• Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage plans)
• Medicare Part D (Prescription drug coverage)

Medigap plans are also designated in what are called “plan letters”, and they run A – N.

Medicare Supplement Plan F is the most comprehensive Medicare Supplement plan available and offers 100% coverage of the gaps in Medicare.

Medicare gaps are:

• Deductibles
• Copays
• Coinsurance

You are required to pay these gaps, or if you enroll in a Medicare Plan F they will be paid 100% for you.

Medicare Supplement Plan F is a type of insurance policy offered by private insurers to supplement Original Medicare (Part A and Part B). It helps cover the out-of-pocket expenses that come with Original Medicare, such as deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments.

In addition to providing coverage for these costs, Medicare Supplement Plan F may also offer additional benefits not covered under Original Medicare. For people enrolled in Medicare who want extra peace of mind in their health care coverage, this plan can be an excellent choice.

Medicare Supplement Plan F Coverage

Medicare Supplement Plan F provides comprehensive coverage for most medical services and supplies that are covered under Original Medicare.

This includes hospitalization, doctor visits, and preventive care services like annual wellness exams, laboratory tests, and imaging scans. Additionally, it covers all remaining costs including all deductibles under Part A and Part B of Original Medicare – as well as co-insurance payments up to 100%.

This means you will pay nothing out-of-pocket for those services beyond your monthly premium.

With Medicare Supplement Plan F:

• Pay the monthly premium
• All Medicare-approved expenses are paid 100% 
• There is no network; Doctors must just accept Original Medicare
• No referrals needed to see a specialist

As you can likely imagine, with all this great coverage that Medicare Plan F provides, there is a monthly premium that goes along with it. And Medicare Plan F has the highest premium of all the Medigap plans.

It’s very important to note that Medicare Supplement plans are standardized by the government. This means that every insurance company must offer the exact same plan letters and benefits within those letters. For example, an Aetna Medicare Supplement Plan F is identical to a Mutual of Omaha Plan F. 

Their rates however are entirely different for the exact same coverage. This is how we can help, by shopping all the top companies for you to determine which plan and which company is your best option. 

• Age
• Zip code
• Gender
• Tobacco use
• Any household discounts that might apply

Because of these factors, the cost of a Medicare Plan F policy will be much different in California than it would be in North Carolina. As well, a 65-year-old Female will pay less than a 65-year-old Male. 

You may use our FREE online quote engine by filling out the form to the right to see the rates for Medicare Plan F in your area. Or call us today at 1-888-891-0229.

Medicare Supplement Plan F for 2024 – A good option?

With the rising cost of everything in this country, more and more people will be looking to save money in every way they can. This includes searching for lower-cost Medigap insurance and possibly switching plans.

Because Medicare Supplement Plan F is the highest-cost plan, going into 2024 would be a good time for most people to research changing to a Medicare Plan G, or even Plan N to save money. We can help see if changing plans is a good idea for you.

You can view rates for Medicare Supplement Plans in 2024 by filling out the form to the right as we get closer to September.

Due to the high cost of Medicare Plan F, many people are looking to other Medigap plans that still provide great coverage at a lower cost.

One of these plans is Medicare Supplement Plan G. Medicare Plan G is nearly identical to Plan F, except on Plan G you pay the annual Medicare Part B deductible out of pocket yourself. This deductible is once per year and resets each January. 

Currently, the Medicare Part B deductible is $226 for 2023. With Plan G, once this is met the plan pays 100% of the gaps in Medicare Part A and B just like Plan F. The benefit, however, is that Medicare Plan G is lower in monthly premiums than Plan G.

Many people are switching from Medicare Plan F to Plan G to save money and simply pay the annual deductible themselves. By entering your information into the form on the right, you can see the difference in cost between Medicare Plan F and G in your area.

Which is better Medicare Plan F or Plan G?

Medicare Plan F and Plan G are two of the most popular Medicare plans on the market, both offering comprehensive coverage for healthcare. For many seniors, making the decision between these two plans can be difficult, as each has its own unique set of benefits and drawbacks.

When considering which plan is right for you, it’s important to understand the differences between them. Plan F is a traditional Medicare Supplement plan that covers virtually all out-of-pocket expenses associated with Original Medicare, such as copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles. This makes it an ideal choice for seniors who have a high risk of needing medical care in the future.

Medicare Plan G is similar to Plan F but does not cover the Part B deductible (which is currently $226 per year). The benefit of this plan is that premiums tend to be lower than those for Plan F.  

Ultimately, choosing between Medicare Plan F and Plan G comes down to your individual needs and circumstances. In nearly every case, you will save money by enrolling in Medicare Plan G and paying the deductible yourself. 

Before making your final decision about which plan is best suited for your needs, give us a call at 1-888-891-0229. We can help assess your specific situation and provide unbiased advice about which option makes sense for you.