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What year did Medicare advantage plans start?
If I have Medicare Advantage for 3 years can I return to my medigap policy and A and B medicare?
Do all Medicare advantage plans offer the exact same coverage as original Medicare?
no
What is the copay for cataract surgery in medicare advantage plans?
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What happens to Medicare Advantage plans when the President puts a freeze on Medicare benefits?
There should be no effect.
Which part of Medicare covers hmo care?
Medicare Advantage Plans are health plan options (like an HMO or PPO) approved by Medicare and offered by private companies. These plans are part of Medicare and are sometimes called "Part C" or "MA Plans." Medicare pays a fixed amount for your care every month to the companies offering Medicare Advantage Plans. These companies must follow rules set by Medicare. Medicare Advantage Plans provide your Medicare health coverage and usually Medicare drug coverage. They aren't supplemental insurance. For more information, see the Medicare and You 2009 book here: http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10050.pdf
How much cheaper is Medicare Advantage compared to Medicare?
It depends on the person and the treatment that will be sought, but in general Medicare Advantage does come out to be slightly cheaper than traditional Medicare. One must keep in mind that Medicare covers some non-medicine plans not covered by Medicare Advantage.
What is Medicare Part C?
Medicare Advantage Plans are health plan options (like an HMO or PPO) approved by Medicare and offered by private companies. These plans are part of Medicare and are sometimes called "Part C" or "MA Plans." Medicare pays a fixed amount for your care every month to the companies offering Medicare Advantage Plans. These companies must follow rules set by Medicare. Medicare Advantage Plans provide your Medicare health coverage and usually Medicare drug coverage. They aren't supplemental insurance. For more information, see the Medicare and You 2009 book here: http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10050.pdf
What is the most affordable Humana Medicare Advantage plan?
"The most affordable Humana medicare advantage plan depends on you and your budget. There are many different plans, such as short term plans, copay plans etc. You need to find the one that fits you best."
Where can one find Secure Horizons Medicare Advantage plans?
Secure Horizons is a brand of Medicare Advantage plans offered by UnitedHealthcare. These plans can be found on the UnitedHealthcare website, through licensed insurance agents, or by calling UnitedHealthcare directly. They may also be available through employer-sponsored plans or through the Medicare.gov website.
What is secure horizons Medicare advantage?
Medicare Advantage is also known as Medicare Part C. With a Medicare Advantage, or MA, plan, a private insurance company takes over the administration of medical benefits under Medicare Parts A & B. MA plans may or may not include prescription drug coverage offered by Part D plans. Secure Horizons is just one of the insurance companies that may offer MA plans in your area. There may be other options in you area, such as a Medicare Supplement, or Medigap plan. You can request information on current MA plans or other plan options available in your area by contacting Medicare at 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227).
can you help me make comparisons of the different medicare plans?
You can choose to join a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), and the plan may include Medicare prescription drug coverage. In most cases, you must take the drug coverage that comes with the Medicare Advantage Plan.
Is private insurance coverage better than Medicare?
If you are eligible for Medicare, you may want to look into a Medicare Advantage Plan. This is a plan administered by a private insurance company who has a contract with Medicare. They must offer everything Medicare offers, but most Advantage plans offer above and beyond what Medicare allows. Each Advantage plan is different, it is definitely worth looking into if you feel you have needs that Medicare won't meet adequately.
