Coverage of hospital indemnity and supplemental health insurance products and regulations.
A growing number of hospitals are terminating contracts with Medicare Advantage plans, leaving beneficiaries scrambling for in-network care. Here's how to protect yourself — and why hospital indemnity coverage may matter more than ever.
May 16, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Original Medicare leaves significant out-of-pocket exposure that surprises many new retirees. Here's what supplemental coverage actually does — and whether you truly need it.
May 14, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
As hospitals ramp up outreach for 2026 Medicare open enrollment, beneficiaries need to understand how hospital indemnity coverage fits alongside their primary Medicare plan — and whether it's worth the monthly premium.
May 13, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
As Medicare Advantage and employer retiree plans shift their benefits for 2026, hospital indemnity coverage is becoming a critical financial backstop — here's what beneficiaries need to know before costs hit.
May 13, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Adolescent mental health and substance use disorders are straining families financially and emotionally — and Medicare beneficiaries raising grandchildren or supporting adult children need to understand what coverage gaps exist and how supplemental plans can help fill them.
May 12, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
From the $1,676 inpatient deductible to the landmark $2,000 drug cap, 2026 brings the most significant Medicare restructuring in years — here's what every beneficiary needs to know before a hospital stay.
May 11, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Ten states still haven't expanded Medicaid, leaving low-income seniors and near-seniors in a coverage gap — and hospital indemnity plans are one of the few tools that can help fill it.
May 10, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
A new federal Medicaid drug pricing model aims to cut prescription costs by billions — but what does it actually mean for Medicare beneficiaries and the supplemental coverage they rely on?
May 9, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
As hospital costs continue to climb, hospital indemnity insurance can fill critical gaps that Original Medicare and even Medicare Advantage leave behind — but only if you choose the right plan for your situation.
May 9, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
A wave of Medicare Advantage plan exits has left millions of beneficiaries scrambling for coverage. Here's what your real options are — and why hospital indemnity insurance is getting a second look.
May 8, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
As frustration with health insurance reaches a boiling point, more Medicare beneficiaries are turning to hospital indemnity coverage to fill the gaps Original Medicare and even Medicare Advantage leave wide open. Here's what you need to know before you buy.
May 8, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Medicare Advantage plans can create serious financial and access barriers for people with breast cancer. Here's what to weigh before enrolling — or switching out.
May 6, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Medical plan changes taking effect in 2026 are reshaping how hospital indemnity coverage works alongside Medicare — here's what beneficiaries need to review before coverage gaps cost them.
May 5, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
State insurance regulators across the country are preparing for a wave of health insurance fraud complaints, with hospital indemnity plans among the most commonly misrepresented products sold to Medicare beneficiaries.
May 4, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
New federal rules are forcing Medicare Advantage plans to drop or restrict supplemental benefits like dental, vision, and fitness programs — here's how to protect yourself with hospital indemnity and other coverage options.
May 4, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
From the $2,000 drug cost cap to new Medicare Advantage rules, 2026 brings significant shifts that could change what you owe after a hospital stay — and whether your supplemental coverage still fills the gaps.
May 11, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
From the new $2,000 drug cap to Medicare Advantage shake-ups, 2026 brings the biggest overhaul to Medicare benefits in decades — here's what every beneficiary needs to know before costs catch them off guard.
May 3, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Federal retirees and active employees face important decisions during the annual Federal Benefits Open Season. Here's how to evaluate your FEHB health plan alongside Medicare — and where hospital indemnity coverage may fill real gaps.
May 2, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
As one of Medicare's largest online brokers recalibrates its business model, beneficiaries shopping for hospital indemnity plans need to understand how broker economics can shape the coverage options they're shown — and what to watch for in 2026.
May 2, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
New KFF polling shows nearly half of Americans struggle to afford health care costs — and Medicare alone often leaves beneficiaries exposed to thousands in out-of-pocket expenses that hospital indemnity plans are specifically designed to cover.
May 1, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Thousands of Maryland Medicare Advantage enrollees are receiving termination notices, leaving them scrambling to find new coverage. Here's exactly what your options are and how to protect yourself financially during this transition.
May 1, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
CMS has released official star ratings for all Medicare Advantage plans heading into 2026. Here's how to use those ratings to protect your health — and your wallet — especially if you're also weighing hospital indemnity coverage.
April 30, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
From rising Part B premiums to Advantage plan shake-ups, 2026 brings real cost changes for Medicare beneficiaries — and hospital indemnity coverage is playing a bigger role in protecting seniors from gaps.
April 29, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity
Hospital indemnity plans pay you cash when you're admitted to the hospital — but understanding exactly how they work, what they cost, and where they fall short can mean the difference between smart supplemental coverage and wasted premiums.
April 29, 2026 · Coverage Compass
Hospital Indemnity