Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Plan G Yuma, AZ

 

Medigap Plan G covers everything that Medicare Part A and B cover at 100% except for the Part B deductible. This means that you won’t pay anything out-of-pocket for covered services and treatments after you pay the deductible.

What does Medicare Supplement Plan G cover?

Original Medicare covers a lot of your healthcare costs. The additional Medicare benefits that are covered by Medicare Supplement Plan G in Yuma are in addition to the Medicare-approved amounts that are covered by the Federal Medicare program.

Plan G will cover:

  • Initial pints of blood
  • Medicare Part A deductible
  • Medicare Part A hospital costs
  • Part A expenses
  • Part A hospice care coinsurance
  • Skilled nursing facility care

What is the Plan G deductible in 2024?

Medicare Supplement insurance Plan G in Yuma does have a deductible of $226 for the year in 2024. After this amount is paid the plan pays out 100%. 

What does Medicare Supplement Plan G Cost in Yuma, AZ?

The cost of Plan G varies widely depending on where you live, there are many Medicare plans available in the Yuma area. There are also differences in costs for men and women in many states, and for smokers and vape users.

In 2024, Plan G’s costs range from $99 per month to $509 per month.  According to a price analysis conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance in February 2021.

When can I enroll in Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan G?

Unlike Medicare Advantage and Part D plans, Plan G has no annual enrollment period. You can apply for Medigap Plan G in Yuma, AZ at any time. Depending on when you enroll, however, different rules apply.

Open Enrollment Period

The best time to apply for Plan G is during your Open Enrollment Period:

  • OEP starts when you are 65 and enrolled in Part B Medicare
  • Lasts six months
  • Offers guaranteed rights: insurers cannot reject your application, require medical underwriting, or charge more for pre-existing conditions

Special Open Enrollment

You have guaranteed-issue rights in other situations outside of your OEP, including when:

  • You leave the plan’s service area
  • You lose group health insurance
  • The insurer discontinues Plan G
  • You lose a Medicare Advantage plan
  • A disabled Medicare beneficiary turns 65
  • If you apply outside of your OEP and don’t qualify for special enrollment, Medicare Supplement insurance companies can require underwriting and charge higher premiums. Our insurance agency can help determine whether you meet the qualifications for special enrollment.

What is the Best Medicare Plan G in Yuma?

The Medicare Supplement insurance plans are standardized, so the plan options are the same no matter which insurance company sells them. Insurers differ in terms of price and reliability. You should look for the following features when shopping for a policy:

  • In terms of customer service, how does the insurer rank?
  • Is there enough cash on hand to pay for your claim?
  • Is the company large enough to ensure long-term stability?

Our Company Recommendations

In Yuma, about 70 private insurance companies offer supplemental insurance plans. Due to their excellent service, high ratings, and financial strength, we prefer these three:

  • Aetna (A)
  • Mutual of Omaha (A+)
  • Cigna (A)

Next Steps

Plan G provides top coverage for preventive care, emergency care, and chronic conditions. You should consider it as a supplement to your Medicare coverage. Call us directly at (877) 238-6964 for a free quote comparison.
 

More Information About Yuma

Yuma is a city in southwest Arizona. Overlooking the Colorado River, Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park is home to the preserved cells and guard tower of a Wild West era prison. Nearby, Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park was a 19th-century military warehouse and telegraph station. A 1907 steam locomotive on Pivot Point Plaza commemorates the Southern Pacific Railroad, which once ran through the city.

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