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Medicare Supplement

Updates on Medigap/Medicare Supplement plans, pricing trends, and plan comparisons.

Medicare by State

Compare Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and Part D options in every state with our new 50-state Medicare guide.

What Does a Medicare Supplement Plan Actually Cost in 2025?

Medigap premiums range from under $100 to over $400 per month depending on your plan letter, age, and ZIP code — here's what beneficiaries are actually paying and how to find the right fit.

June 10, 2026 · Michael Spitaleri

Medicare Supplement

Best Medigap Plans for 2026: Which Supplement Plan Fits You?

With Original Medicare leaving you exposed to thousands in out-of-pocket costs, choosing the right Medigap plan in 2026 can mean the difference between financial security and a devastating medical bill. Here's what every beneficiary needs to know.

June 9, 2026 · Michael Spitaleri

Medicare Supplement

Best Medicare Supplement Plans in Florida: June 2026 Guide

Florida Medicare beneficiaries have more Medigap options than most states — here's how to compare Plan G, Plan N, and high-deductible plans by cost and coverage to find the right fit in 2026.

June 8, 2026 · Michael Spitaleri

Medicare Supplement

Medicare Open Enrollment Ends Dec. 7—Should You Switch to Medigap?

The Annual Enrollment Period closes December 7, but switching to a Medigap supplement plan involves different rules, different windows, and a medical underwriting risk most beneficiaries don't see coming. Here's what you need to know before the deadline passes.

June 8, 2026 · Coverage Compass

Medicare Supplement

Medigap Plan F vs. Plan G: Which One Saves You More?

Plan F covers your Part B deductible but costs more per month — here's how to calculate which plan actually puts more money in your pocket based on your health needs and eligibility.

June 5, 2026 · Policy Pulse

Medicare Supplement

Indiana Bill Would Expand Medigap Access for Medicare Beneficiaries

Legislation sponsored by Rep. Dant Chesser could create new guaranteed issue windows for Indiana Medicare Supplement enrollees — a significant shift for beneficiaries currently locked out of Medigap due to medical underwriting.

June 2, 2026 · Coverage Compass

Medicare Supplement

Best Medicare Supplement Choices in 2025: A Practical Guide

With Medigap premiums varying by more than $1,300 a year for identical coverage and Medicare Advantage out-of-pocket limits reaching $9,350 in 2025, the financial stakes of choosing the right plan have never been higher.

May 30, 2026 · Policy Pulse

Medicare Supplement

Medigap Coverage Can Be Denied If You Have Pre-Existing Conditions

Unlike Medicare Advantage, most Medigap plans allow insurers to reject applicants or charge higher premiums based on health history — but specific windows exist where they cannot. Here's what beneficiaries need to know.

June 4, 2026 · Policy Pulse

Medicare Supplement

The Medigap Birthday Rule: A Second Chance to Switch Plans

Thirteen states now give Medicare Supplement enrollees a brief annual window to switch Medigap plans without a medical exam — here's exactly how it works and whether your state qualifies.

May 20, 2026 · Policy Pulse

Medicare Supplement

Medicare Supplement Plan G: Is It Worth the Premium?

Plan G is now the most comprehensive Medigap policy available to most new Medicare enrollees — but whether it saves you money depends on your health, your state, and how you shop.

May 16, 2026 · Coverage Compass

Medicare Supplement

Medigap Plan N: Lower Premiums, Real Trade-Offs to Know

Plan N can cut your monthly Medigap premium by $50 or more compared to Plan G, but copays and coverage gaps mean it's not the right fit for everyone. Here's how to decide.

May 15, 2026 · Coverage Compass

Medicare Supplement