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MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE
Pasco County FL

MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT

Supplemental MedicaRe health coverage can be a cost-effective way to help with out-of-pocket costs

Steve Turner
Insurance Agent & Broker
Serving Pasco County, Fl

Do I Need Medicare Supplement Insurance?

Medicare Supplement Insurance

Medicare Supplement, also known as Medicare Medigap, is a type of private insurance that can help pay for some of the costs that Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover.

Private insurance companies sell Medicare Supplement policies and can help fill the gaps in Medicare coverage. Medicare Supplement plans do not provide additional benefits beyond what Original Medicare covers, but they may cover some or all of your deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments.

Unlike Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement plans do not have networks of providers, which means you can see any doctor or hospital that accepts Medicare. However, you must pay a monthly premium for a Medicare Supplement plan and your Medicare Part B premium.

How I Can Help You

Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County FL

KEY DETAILS

Benefits:

Medicare Supplement or Medigap policies are standardized and are labeled with letters A through N. Each plan provides a different set of benefits. All Medicare Supplement/Medigap policies cover Part A coinsurance and hospital costs, and some plans also cover Part B coinsurance and deductibles, as well as other services.

Cost:

Medigap policies have a monthly premium, and the cost can vary depending on your chosen plan and where you live. You may also be required to pay deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance.

Enrollment:

You can enroll in a Medigap policy during your Medigap Open Enrollment Period, which starts when you are 65 or older and enrolled in Medicare Part B. During this time, you have a guaranteed right to buy any Medigap policy sold in your state.

Coverage:

Medigap policies only work with Original Medicare (Parts A and B). They do not work with Medicare Advantage plans.

Underwriting:

 When you apply for a Medigap policy, the insurance company may review your health history and can charge you more or deny coverage based on your health status.

ADVANTAGES

More Comprehensive Coverage:

Medicare Supplement plans can provide more comprehensive coverage than Medicare Advantage plans by filling in the “gaps” in Original Medicare coverage, such as deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments.

Freedom to Choose Providers: Unlike Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement plans do not have networks of providers, which means you can see any doctor or hospital that accepts Medicare.

No Prior Authorization:

Medicare Supplement plans do not require prior authorization for treatments or services, giving you more control over your healthcare.

Guaranteed Renewable:

Medicare Supplement plans are guaranteed renewable, meaning the insurance company cannot cancel your coverage as long as you pay your premiums on time.

DISADVANTAGES

Higher Premiums:

Medicare Supplement plans typically have higher monthly premiums than Medicare Advantage plans.

No Prescription Drug Coverage:

Medicare Supplement plans do not include prescription drug coverage, so you will need to enroll in a separate Medicare Part D plan for prescription drug coverage, which is an additional cost.

No Additional Benefits:

Medicare Supplement plans do not provide additional benefits beyond what Original Medicare covers.

Limited Enrollment Period:

You can enroll in a Medicare Supplement plan during your initial enrollment period or a special enrollment period, and you may be subject to medical underwriting if you apply for coverage outside of these periods.

Medicare SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE AGENT AND BROKER NEAR ME

Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County FL

As your Medicare Supplement Insurance Agent and Broker serving you in Pasco County, Florida, my goal is to “help you” and ensure, without a shadow of a doubt, that you and your family are secure and protected from risk. As a licensed Medicare Supplement Agent, I take the burden off your shoulders by doing a thorough needs analysis and researching the benefits best suited to you and your needs.

I can help you find a Medicare Supplement plan that gives you peace of mind knowing you have predictable out-of-pocket expenses, and you can choose any doctor or specialist that accepts Medicare Nationwide.

Medicare is constantly changing, and I work tirelessly to stay informed about the latest developments in the market. Not a year goes by without new government regulations, new or modified coverages, and new techniques for controlling benefit costs. To best serve their clients, professionals must understand each type of benefit or program’s provisions, advantages, and limitations to meet economic security.

I am a long-standing National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals® (NABIP.ORG) member and hold the prestigious Registered Employee Benefits Consultant® designation (https://nabip.org/professional-development/rebc-designation). I can provide information on your market’s availability and any expected changes.

After you choose your Medicare Supplement Insurance plan, I provide ongoing support all year; you won’t have to call an (800) number any longer.

If you have any questions, issues, or concerns about your plan’s benefits, you can contact me via phone, text, or my simple-to-use email contact form using the buttons below.

Steve Turner, your Helpful Licensed Agent and Broker

FAQ

Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl

When you buy a Medigap policy in Pasco County, Florida, you must have Medicare Part A and Part B. You will have to pay the monthly Medicare Part B premium. In addition, you will have to pay a premium to the Medigap insurance company. Your Medigap policy is guaranteed renewable as long as you pay your premium. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, once you buy a policy, you’ll keep it as long as you pay your Medigap premiums. All standardized Medigap policies are automatically renewed yearly, even if you have health problems. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, if you have a higher income, you’ll pay an additional premium amount for Medicare Part B and Medicare prescription drug coverage. We call the extra amount the “income-related monthly adjustment amount.” Here’s how it works: Part B helps pay for your doctor’s services and outpatient care. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement are different types of Medicare coverage. You cannot have both at the same time. Medicare Advantage bundles Part A and B, often with Part D and other types of coverage. Medicare Supplement is additional coverage you can buy if you have Original Medicare Part A and B. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, you can sign up for Part A any time after you turn 65. Your Part A coverage starts 6 months from when you sign up or apply for benefits from Social Security (or the Railroad Retirement Board). Coverage can’t start earlier than the month you turn 65. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, an insurance company can’t refuse to sell you a policy based on your pre-existing condition during your Medicare Supplement Open Enrollment Period. It can’t charge you more than someone without health problems. After your Open Enrollment Period ends, you may be subject to medical underwriting. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

With Medicare Supplement Plan F, you get the most complete coverage available in Pasco County, Florida. And because Plan F also covers costs over Medicare-approved amounts, you may have no out-of-pocket costs for hospital and doctor’s office care. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, there is no limit on how much cash you can have with Medicare Part A. You must have paid taxes for 40 quarters (10 years) during your working lifetime, and you must be age 65 unless otherwise qualified due to a disability eligible for social security. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, if you earn more than $103,000 ($206,000 if you’re married), you pay higher monthly rates for Medicare Parts B and D. For 2024, your costs for Medicare Parts B and D are based on your 2022 tax return income. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

In Pasco County, Florida, the sale of your home could affect your Medicare Part B and Part D premiums if a significant capital gain increases your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) above certain thresholds. [Medicare Supplement Insurance Pasco County Fl]

Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts (IRMAA) explained in Pasco County, Florida

  • Depending on your income, your monthly Medicare Part B or Part D premiums may be higher due to an Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA)
  • Part B IRMAA started in 2007 as a result of the Medicare Modernization Act of 2003
  • Part D IRMAA started in 2011 as a result of the Affordable Care Act of 2010

Eligible Income in Pasco County, Florida

  • Medicare defines the income used to determine IRMAA as “adjusted gross income plus any tax-exempt interest.”
  • Also known as Modified Adjusted Gross Income
  • Examples include:
  • Wages
  • Social Security Benefits
  • Capital Gains
  • Dividends & Pensions
  • Rental Income
  • Tax-deferred distributions from 401(k)s or IRAs

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I’m here to take your calls and emails and answer your questions 7 Days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., excluding posted holidays.

Steve Turner is a licensed agent, broker, and a longstanding member of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals®. Steve holds the prestigious designation of Registered Employee Benefits Consultant®. NABIP® is the preeminent organization for health insurance and employee benefits professionals and works diligently to ensure all Americans have access to high-quality, affordable Healthcare, and related services.

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14502 N DALE MABRY HWY

SUITE 200

TAMPA, FL 33618

Website: steveturnerinsurancespecialist.com

Email: [email protected]

Phone and Text: +1.813.388.8373

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Monday: 7 am to 8 pm

Tuesday: 7 am to 8 pm

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MEDICARE STATEMENT

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is October 15th to December 7th. Steve Turner is not connected with or endorsed by the United States Government or the Federal Medicare Program. Some plans may not be available in your area, and any information I provide is limited to those offered. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Carefully evaluate your health status, anticipated medical needs, prescription drug usage, budget, preferred doctors and hospitals, and tolerance for network rules. During the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (October 15th to December 7th), thoroughly research the specific plans available in your Florida county using the Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, compare their costs and benefits, and consider seeking free, personalized counseling from Florida’s SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program.