Standardized Medicare Supplement Plan B is available in most states. It covers Basic Benefits as described below and Skilled Nursing Co-Insurance but nothing else. In some rare cases, the premium for a plan B may make it worth taking on the risk of those things not covered. However, most people find a better alternative from plan B by choosing plans Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans D, G, H or I at a similar price when they shop around for coverage to supplement their Medicare insurance.

An even better option is to Compare Rates on Medicare Supplement Plans F and J as they offer the most comprehensive coverage and often at prices similar or even less than the above mentioned plans.

Covered by Plan B

Basic Benefits:

* Part B Coinsurance (Generally 20% of outpatient expenses)
* Hospital Coinsurance
* 365 Additional Days Hospitilization Coverage
* Blood Deductible Coverage

Skilled Nursing Coinsurance

Not Covered by Plan B

Part A Deductible

Part B Deductible

Part B Excess

Foreign Travel

At Home Recovery

Preventative Care

Plan B is rarely the best alternative but it is important to shop around to find what plans and premiums for Medicare Supplement Insurance supplement your Medicare Coverage best at a price that you can afford.

To find out what Medicare Coverage alternatives are best for you, simply fill out the form on the right or call today to speak with a Licensed Medicare Supplement Insurance Specialist.