Total Freedom. Predictable Costs.

Protect your retirement savings from unexpected medical bills. With a Medicare Supplement plan, you have the ultimate freedom to see any doctor, anywhere in the country, with highly predictable out-of-pocket costs.

Filling the Gaps in Your Coverage

Original Medicare (Parts A and B) provides an excellent foundation for your healthcare, but it only covers about 80% of your approved medical costs. It leaves you responsible for the remaining 20%, along with various deductibles and copayments. Crucially, Original Medicare has no annual cap on what you can spend out-of-pocket.

A Medicare Supplement policy, commonly called Medigap, is private health insurance designed to sit perfectly alongside Original Medicare. It steps in to pay that remaining 20% of your bills, protecting your savings from catastrophic, unpredictable medical expenses.

Why Floridians Choose Medigap

If you value flexibility and predictability, a Medicare Supplement is often the gold standard of coverage.

Ultimate Freedom (No Networks)

With a Medigap policy, there are no HMO or PPO networks to worry about. You can see any doctor, visit any hospital, and use any specialist in the United States that accepts Original Medicare. You never need a referral.

Predictable Budgeting

Because your Supplement covers most or all of your Medicare-approved copays and coinsurance, you know exactly what your healthcare will cost each month. You pay your premium, and your medical bills are essentially handled

Guaranteed Renewability

As long as you pay your monthly premium, your Medigap policy is guaranteed renewable for life. The insurance company cannot cancel your policy or change your coverage due to your health.

Plan G is Plan G—The Only Difference is Price

To make comparing plans easier, the government requires all Medigap policies to be standardized by letter (Plan A through Plan N).

This means a Plan G from one insurance company offers the exact same medical benefits as a Plan G from another company. The only difference between them is the monthly premium and the company's customer service.

As an independent broker, I don't work for one specific carrier. I use my technology to shop the market, compare the rates of top-tier carriers side-by-side, and ensure you never overpay for the exact same standardized coverage.

The Two Most Popular Options

While there are several Medigap plan letters, the vast majority of new enrollees choose one of two options based on how they prefer to manage their budget:

Plan G (The Comprehensive Choice)

This is the most popular plan for people who want total predictability. It covers 100% of your Medicare-approved out-of-pocket gaps, leaving you responsible only for the small annual Medicare Part B deductible. Once that deductible is met, you pay $0 for your medical care for the rest of the year.

Plan N (The Cost-Effective Choice)

This plan offers slightly lower monthly premiums in exchange for a little more shared cost. You still pay the annual Part B deductible, and you will have small copays (up to $20) for some doctor office visits and up to $50 for emergency room visits that don't result in an inpatient admission. It’s ideal for those who want robust protection but don't mind small copays in exchange for lower monthly rates.

Note: You may also hear about Plan F, which covers 100% of everything, including the deductible.

However, due to government regulations, Plan F is only available if you became eligible for Medicare before January 1, 2020.

Timing is Everything: The Medigap Open Enrollment Period

The absolute best time to buy a Medicare Supplement policy is during your Medigap Open Enrollment Period.

This is a one-time, 6-month window that begins the first month you have Medicare Part B and are 65 or older. During this precise window, you have a "guaranteed issue" right to buy any Medigap policy sold in your state. The insurance company cannot deny you coverage or charge you more because of pre-existing health conditions.

If you miss this 6-month window and try to apply later, you will likely have to answer health questions (medical underwriting). The insurance company can charge you higher premiums, impose waiting periods, or deny you coverage entirely based on your health history.

Important Questions

Do Medicare Supplements cover prescription drugs?

No. Modern Medigap policies do not include prescription drug coverage. To cover your medications, you will need to purchase a separate, standalone Medicare Part D plan. We always help you bundle these together seamlessly.

Do Medigap plans cover dental and vision care?

Standard Medigap policies do not cover routine dental, vision, or hearing care. However, we specialize in offering robust, standalone Dental, Vision, and Hearing (DVH) plans that perfectly complement your Medigap policy.

Can I have a Medigap plan and a Medicare Advantage plan?

No. It is illegal for anyone to sell you a Medigap policy if you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan. They are two completely different paths. We will help you weigh the pros and cons of both so you can make an informed choice.

I travel or live in another state part of the year. Will my Medigap work?

Yes! This is a massive benefit for "snowbirds" and frequent travelers. Because Medigap has no regional networks, your coverage goes with you anywhere in the United States, as long as the provider accepts Original Medicare.

Ready to find the best Medigap rate?

Don't overpay for standardized coverage. Let us shop the market and find the perfect Medicare Supplement to protect your health and your savings.

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Akroamatik Financial is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048), or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.