https://www.spreaker.com/show/better-insurance-options-senior-securityenSociety & CultureCopyright Frank Sutterhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5ed3a83596d2193cc08b6874596553a.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/better-insurance-options-senior-securityThu, 31 May 2018 15:39:03 +0000Frank SutterFrank Sutterfeeds@spreaker.comcleanepisodicFrank Sutterfeeds@spreaker.comNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/the-disadvantage-of-the-advantage-plan-dhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14771842Thu, 31 May 2018 15:36:59 +0000Frank Sutter590cleanfullFrank SutterNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-advantage-plan-benefits-mixdown
Yeah.....no. Actually, not even close.

I got this question in my office the other day, and I wanted to help, because this is a big decision.

The simple truth is that Medicare Advantage is much closer to Original Medicare. There are real differences with Medicare Advantage such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but overall, the two plans are very similar.

Medicare Advantage plans do not replace Medicare, they build on it. Medicare Advantage has to offer every benefit that original Medicare offers by law so basically, it will be a mirror copy with some add-ons. There are good things about Medicare Advantage plans, real, tangible benefits, such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but it would help you tremendously to know exactly what you are getting.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14937465Thu, 31 May 2018 15:35:07 +0000Frank SutterWhy is Medicare Advantage so much cheaper then Medigap coverage? Don't they do the same thing? Yeah.....no. Actually, not even close. I got this question in my office the other day, and I wanted to help, because this is a big decision. The...
Yeah.....no. Actually, not even close.

I got this question in my office the other day, and I wanted to help, because this is a big decision.

The simple truth is that Medicare Advantage is much closer to Original Medicare. There are real differences with Medicare Advantage such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but overall, the two plans are very similar.

Medicare Advantage plans do not replace Medicare, they build on it. Medicare Advantage has to offer every benefit that original Medicare offers by law so basically, it will be a mirror copy with some add-ons. There are good things about Medicare Advantage plans, real, tangible benefits, such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but it would help you tremendously to know exactly what you are getting.]]>519bio,advantage,medigapcleanfullFrank SutterWhy is Medicare Advantage so much cheaper then Medigap coverage? Don't they do the same thing? Yeah.....no. Actually, not even close. I got this question in my office the other day, and I wanted to help, because this is a big decision. The simple truth is that Medicare Advantage is much closer to Original Medicare. There are real differences with Medicare Advantage such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but overall, the two plans are very similar. Medicare Advantage plans do not replace Medicare, they build on it. Medicare Advantage has to offer every benefit that original Medicare offers by law so basically, it will be a mirror copy with some add-ons. There are good things about Medicare Advantage plans, real, tangible benefits, such as an Out Of Pocket Maximum, and the bundled Part D benefit, but it would help you tremendously to know exactly what you are getting.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-final-expense-if-you-are-trapped-ihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14918330Tue, 29 May 2018 17:45:32 +0000Frank SutterSome plans will leave your loved ones with end-of-life expenses, this can be avoided.417bio,advantagecleanfullFrank SutterSome plans will leave your loved ones with end-of-life expenses, this can be avoided.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-the-disadvantage-of-the-advantage-
So what is the solution to that? Go in a different direction! Consider Medicare Supplement plans, where you get better coverage, and you get to pick whatever drug coverage you want. Choice is good. Come explore the possibilities on my website, franklybetterme.com/seniorsecurity]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14800592Tue, 15 May 2018 18:32:38 +0000Frank SutterEveryones perscription drug mix is different, Part D perscription drug coverage is not a "One-size fits all" choice. So why does an Advantage plan offer just one choice in drug coverage? To meet the needs of the largest number of beneficiaries, of...
So what is the solution to that? Go in a different direction! Consider Medicare Supplement plans, where you get better coverage, and you get to pick whatever drug coverage you want. Choice is good. Come explore the possibilities on my website, franklybetterme.com/seniorsecurity]]>590medicare,advantage,medigapcleanfullFrank SutterEveryones perscription drug mix is different, Part D perscription drug coverage is not a "One-size fits all" choice. So why does an Advantage plan offer just one choice in drug coverage? To meet the needs of the largest number of beneficiaries, of course! If you choose a Part C Advantage plan, you have to take the drug plan that is attached to it. Period. So what is the solution to that? Go in a different direction! Consider Medicare Supplement plans, where you get better coverage, and you get to pick whatever drug coverage you want. Choice is good. Come explore the possibilities on my website, franklybetterme.com/seniorsecurityNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/original-medicare-is-not-enoughhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14771779Fri, 11 May 2018 18:29:59 +0000Frank SutterOriginal Medicare always leaves something for the individual to pay, and sometimes it can be a lot. I can protect you.359bio,medigap,medsups,betterinsuranceoptions\cleanfullFrank SutterOriginal Medicare always leaves something for the individual to pay, and sometimes it can be a lot. I can protect you.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-medigap-plans-finalhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14771756Fri, 11 May 2018 18:19:59 +0000Frank SutterTalks about the various Medigap plans that are available725medigap,betterinsuranceoptions,bestmedicareplancleanfullFrank SutterTalks about the various Medigap plans that are availableNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-medigap-eligibility-finalhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14771738Fri, 11 May 2018 18:17:26 +0000Frank SutterTalks about eligibility periods for Medigap633medigap,medsups,betterinsuranceoptions,guaranteedissuecleanfullFrank SutterTalks about eligibility periods for MedigapNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10449937/pdcst-is-medigap-too-expensive-mixdownhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/14771717Fri, 11 May 2018 18:15:00 +0000Frank SutterCompares Medigap to Original Medicare368medicare,bio,medigap,medsups,betterinuranceoptionscleanfullFrank SutterCompares Medigap to Original MedicareNo