What is Medigap Plan F?
While there are ten options to consider when choosing a Medicare Supplement policy, Medigap Plan F provides one of, if not, the most comprehensive plan out of them all. The plan is popular among beneficiaries looking for extensive coverage and assistance with out-of-pocket costs from Original Medicare. The premiums for Medicare Supplement Plan F tends to be more expensive than some of the other Medigap plans. Thanks to the policy’s coverage, once paired with Original Medicare, most beneficiaries are left with paying minimal to no hospital and medical expenses.
Since Medigap Plan F is one of the most popular options, finding an insurance agency that offers the policy and protection is easier than some other Medicare Supplement options. The benefits it provides are also standardized in most states so that benefits are equal no matter what city you live in.
One thing to keep in mind is that even though the plan is highly comprehensive, there are still costs that it doesn’t cover. One example is that you will still need to make payments on your Medicare Part B premiums each month. You may also need to pay for the premium in Part A if you haven’t worked for at least years and built up enough work credits.
What does Medigap Plan F Cover?
Since Medigap Plan F does provide coverage for such a wide range of things, it is good to review what you can use it for. Below is a list of all the coverages that one can typically expect with Medicare Supplement insurance Plan F:
- Hospice care coinsurance and copayments under Medicare Part A
- Medicare Part B excess charges
- Coinsurance for Medicare Part B
- Hospital and coinsurance costs of up to an additional 365 days after Medicare benefits are exhausted
- Medicare Part A deductible
- Medicare Part B deductible
- Costs associated with the first three pints of blood used in medical procedures
- Coinsurance for skilled nursing facilities
- Costs incurred from emergencies during foreign travel
How We Can Help
Hitcho Insurance has been supporting families and providing coverage for more than 20 years. During a free consultation, we take the time to dive into your personal goals, needs, and what really matters most to you. From there selecting the best plan to protect your assets and loved ones becomes easy. To learn more about our process and request your consultation today, give us a call at (610) 694-9435.