“Ask the Experts TV” asked about the Medicare Supplement High Deductible Plan G. Click and watch the video from the February 17 livestream interview here:
reason 1: Lower your MAXIMUM annual out-of-pocket
The annual maximum out-of-pocket is the amount you could potentially pay in medical co-pays after which your plan covers 100%.
Most Medicare Advantage plans include an annual maximum out-of-pocket amount for medical co-pays, ranging from $6,000 to $9,250. With a Medicare Supplement High Deductible plan, your maximum out-of-pocket is $2,950.
So, you would be lowering the amount you would pay before your plan covers 100% – reducing your potential exposure by thousands of dollars.
reason 2: Lower YOUR COMBINED annual premium and deductible costs
Let’s do some math:
Traditional Plan G:
$4800 annual premium (avg. $400/month) check your county
+ $283 Part B deductible
$5083
High Deductible G
$900 annual premium (avg $75/month) check your county
+$2950 maximum (Parts A and B deductible and 20% cost share)
$3850
Smart Tip: Set aside $250 saved in monthly premium payment for the $2950 to cover the Parts A and B deductible and 20% share. Depending on your medical claims you should have money left over on December 31.
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IS this Like with other deductibles and I pay the first $2,950 in medical bills?
No. After you pay the Parts A and B deductibles, Medicare pays its share of claims (usually 80%) and you pay the 20%. Once your deductible and 20% share reaches $2,950, then your supplement plan pays 100% for the rest of the year. Think of it as a $2,950 cap on your out of pocket costs.
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| Part A deductible per period | $1,736 |
| + Part B deductible | $283 |
| + Part B co-share | 20% |
| = Maximum Out of Pocket | $2,950 |
Will hospitals and doctors will accept my High Deductible plan?
Yes, if your provider participates in Original Medicare for your primary coverage, they will accept your Medigap supplemental coverage; including plans with deductibles like Plans G, N and High Deductible. This way you have access to the nationwide network of doctors and hospitals participating in Original Medicare.
How does a High Deductible compare to Medicare Advantage plan?
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- Medicare Advantage plans include a limit on out-of-pocket costs; ranging from $6,000 to $9,250 per year for in-network medical services. (Up to $13,900 for in and out of network) Compare to a Medicare Supplement High Deductible plan with the annual maximum out-of-pocket cost capped at $2,950
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- Medicare Advantage plans manage your Medicare benefits through contracts with in-network providers and hospitals. As mentioned above, any provider accepting Original Medicare for your primary coverage will accept your supplement coverage – eliminating the “is my doctor in-network with my plan” questions.
- Most Medicare Advantage plans, including those with a low monthly premium, include Part D prescription drug coverage. With Medicare Supplement, you will need to obtain separate creditable Part D drug coverage. during an Annual Enrollment, Open Enrollment or Special Enrollment Period. VA drug benefits are considered creditable coverage.
- Many Medicare Advantage plans include features like dental allowance, fitness membership, eyewear and hearing aid benefits not available with Original Medicare.
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