What is the best medicare supplement in Wisconsin with Medical Part D ?
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There are two types of "supplements".
One type is a regular Medicare Supplement, also known as a Medigap policy, which does not have Part D included. If you get a Medicare Supplement you'll need a stand-alone Part D plan. These plans are normally better for people that go to the doctors office several times a month and the hospital several times per year. The premium will start at around $120 - $150 per month for someone age 65. The stand-alone Part D plans will average around $27 per month.
The other type is a Medicare Advantage plan, which is Medicare Part C. Many of these plans have Part D included. Many have a $0 premium (the average is around $26) but there are minor co-pays when you get medical care.
You'll want to carefully analyze the co-pays for medication with any plan: there can be several thousand dollars difference per year between plans depending upon what medications you may be taking.
Which plan and type of plan is best depends upon your situation. You'll want to visit an independent agent who works with senior policies to find the best plan for you. The plans and any premiums are the same whether you use the agent or buy directly from the insurance company. The plan that's best for you may not be the best plan for your spouse or neighbor because everyone is different.
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