Apr 062012
 

Georgia MedigapGeorgia Medigap is the conventional name of medical insurance plans often called Georgia Medicare Supplement Insurance. Medicare has many “gaps” left which can leave some rather substantial out-of-pocket costs. Medigap is designed to supplement Medicare or put differently “fill in” Medicare gaps. Georgia Medigap is provided by private insurance firms but controlled by both state and federal law. Medigap supplemental policies are not an alternative to traditional Medicare like Medicare Advantage Plans, but instead work with Medicare.

Georgia Medigap plans are available in essentially ten flavors and are labeled with the letters A through N. The letters E,H,I, and J are no longer used. Medigap plan A is usually the least expensive of the plans but delivers the least level of coverage while Medigap plan F provides the best coverage. The most popular plan is Medigap plan F with Medigap plan G a near second. Medigap plan F covers 100% of the coinsurance, deductibles, copayments, and even the excess charges not covered by Medicare. Medigap plan G is identical to plan F apart from not covering the yearly deductible for Medicare Part B. Frequently the yearly savings on the Medigap plan G premium is greater than the cost of the Medicare Part B deductible so it is a plan clearly worth considering.

For most, the best time to obtain a Georgia Medigap plan is when you are turning 65. During the first six months from when you turn 65 or whenever you first purchase Medicare Part B the insurance companies are not able to turn you down and there is no medical underwriting. This is a significant benefit because there are numerous medical conditions that will normally prevent you from purchasing Medicare supplemental insurance.

When searching for a Georgia Medigap plan it is important to note that the plans are all standardized. This means every plan by the same letter provides the exact same coverage. So Medigap plans provided by AARP, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Woodmen of the World all provide identical coverage even though the companies all have premiums that can vary greatly in cost.

One of the great benefits of having a Georgia Medigap plan compared to say Medicare Advantage is that Medigap is guaranteed renewable and cannot be canceled as long as you continue to keep paying the premiums. Medigap changes are also usually phased in for first time purchasers and allow existing policyholders to retain their current policies.

MedigapWhen it is time to purchase a Georgia Medigap plan it is best to utilize the services provided by an independent agent. Independent insurance agents do not just sell insurance for one particular insurance company. They are able to pull quotes from all of the insurance companies in your area ensuring you get the most affordable price. Before you request insurance quotes on any website be sure to read the fine print. Many websites are there for the sole purpose of collecting your information to sell out to a lot of insurance agents or companies. This will provide you with a bunch of duplicate quotes and a lot of hassle. One good independent agent will get you the same information (possibly better), at the same price, and save you time and trouble.

Medigap QuotesClick here to get your Medigap quotes from an independent insurance agent

 

Continental Life MedigapContinental Life has become a very competitive insurance provider in the Medicare Supplement World, especially in Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and several other states.  If you are turning 65, Continental Life is definitely one of the companies whose rates you should check if they are servicing your area.  Here is why:

  • VERY competitive rates
  • Rate stability
  • Small company personality with BIG company capability
  • 12-month rate guarantee
  • Financial strength – rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best

Continental Life Insurance Company of Brentwood, Tennessee (CLI) is now an Aetna company which further enhances the company’s financial strength.  CLI has been offering Medicare Supplement and other senior insurance products since 1983 supported by friendly personalized customer service.  CLI provides plan options that are both affordable and will meet most clients’ needs.  All Medicare supplemental insurance plans provided by CLI are of course guaranteed renewable so clients not only get the protection that they need but that they can trust. With a Medicare supplement by Continental Life you control who cares for you and you are assured of being protected without the worries of reduced benefits or cancelled coverage.

 

Continental Life Medicare Supplement QuotesRequest Medicare supplement quotes to see if Continental Life is offering the best deal in your area.

 

Aetna Georgia Medicare supplementSome good news for those shopping Aetna for a Georgia Medicare supplement plan.  They will be dropping their rates in Georgia by double digits come March 1st 2012.  So if you are turning 65 and eyeballing Aetna as your future insurance company, have us pull some quotes for you.  Makes sure to let us know that you want Aetna in the results.  We normally just send the lowest couple for you and Aetna may or may not be the least expensive in your area.  Aetna’s Georgia Medicare supplement insurance plans are underwritten by American Continental.  Besides providing Georgia Medicare supplement insurance Aetna provides Final Expense and several other complementary products.  If you are serious about finding the lowest priced Medigap plan simply request quotes and one of our agents will pull and email them to you.

 

Georgia Medicare SupplementWelcome, at this site you will learn about Georgia Medicare and Georgia Medicare supplemental insurance. The goal here is to supply you with the information  to choose a Medicare supplement plan that best fulfills your needs at the lowest price available.

 

Is Medicare supplement Plan F right for you?

  • No referrals
  • No crazy claims paperwork
  • No deductible
  • No co-pay
  • No excess charges
  • Foreign travel coverage
  • Guaranteed renewable

 

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Just what is Georgia Medicare?

Georgia Medicare is merely Medicare operated within the state of Georgia. Medicare is the country’s health insurance program for those age 65 or older. Some people younger than age 65 can be entitled to Medicare when they have certain disabilities. The program helps pay for the cost of healthcare, but it will not cover all medical expenses or the cost of most long-term care.

When should I apply for Georgia Medicare?

For those that are not already getting retirement benefits it is best to contact Social Security around three months prior to your 65th birthday to sign up for Medicare. You can enroll in Medicare even if you do not want to retire at age 65. Click here to go to the Social Security online Retirement/Medicare application.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance)

Medicare Part A covers a portion of your medical expenses after you have been admitted into a hospital, skilled nursing facility, hospice, and some home health care.

You pay (2012): The per incident period (not annual) deductible for Medicare Part A of $1156, $289 daily for the days 61-90 hospital room and board, $578 per day after 90 days (up to a maximum of 60 days over your lifetime and total costs thereafter), $144.50 each day for skilled nursing facility for days 21-100 and all costs thereafter.

Medicare Part B (Doctor Insurance)

Medicare Part B covers part of your medical expenses for doctor services, some preventive services as well as other medical services and supplies which are not covered by Medicare Part A. If you have Medicare Part B you will pay a premium each month out of your Social security benefits.

You pay (2012): The yearly deductible of $140, the costs of the first 3 units of blood, 20% for durable medical equipment, 20% for doctor services including doctor service while as a hospital patient, 40% outpatient mental health care, any excess charges (some doctors may charge as much as 15% above what Medicare authorizes)

Georgia Medicare supplementGeorgia Medicare Supplement Insurance

Although Medicare will cover a substantial portion of your Medical expenses there are many gaps left where you will pay. These gaps can certainly strain a person’s financial resources. A Georgia Medicare supplemental insurance policy can provide protection from most or all the Medicare gaps and they are very affordable for most people.

Georgia Medicare supplement insurance plans are provided by private insurance companies. The federal government has standardized all of these plans. This means all plans labelled by the same letter provide the exact same coverage regardless if you get your insurance from Gerber, AARP, United Health, Mutual of Omaha or some other insurance company. Nationwide three of the most popular plans are F, G, and N.

Georgia Medicare supplement plan F: This is the most popular and comprehensive plan. It covers all the gaps left in both Medicare Part A and Part B.

Georgia Medicare supplement plan G: This plan is almost the same as Medicare supplement plan F with the exception of not covering the yearly Medicare Part B deductible. For many people this is the best choice when you don’t mind paying the yearly deductible as opposed to the often higher monthly premiums for Medicare supplement plan F.

Georgia Medicare supplement plan N: Unlike Medicare supplement plan F this plan has some cost-sharing ($20 doctor’s office co-pay and $50 emergency room co-pay in 2011) in return for lower monthly premiums. Plan N is designed as an alternative to Medicare Advantage plans, while adding the flexibility and stability of a Medicare supplement. This plan also does not cover excess charges.

There are many different insurance companies offering Georgia Medicare supplement plans and the costs can vary quite a bit from company to company. Many  who do not utilize the services of an independent agent wind up paying over 40-50% more  for their insurance! It is a shame because getting your Medicare supplement insurance through us cost you absolutely nothing.
Medicare supplement plans chartClick here to see the Medicare supplement plans chart

 

Medicare Supplement Quotes

 

You can request Medicare supplement quotes now by clicking here and filling out a simple form. An agent will look up the rates based off of the information you provide and send the quotes to you by email.

 

You can get more and the most and up-to-date information by downloading Choosing a Medigap Policy the government guide to Medicare supplement insurance or by visiting the Government Medicare website.


Joel is an independent agent licensed to sell Medicare supplement insurance and term life insuranceHello! My name is Sergeant First Class (retired) Joel Moyer, an owner and independent agent for Centaur Medicare Solutions LLC. I served our country in the US Army for over twenty years, and I look forward to serving you.

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