Medigap Policy
Medicare Glossary
Also called Medicare Supplement, Medigap plans are sold by private health insurance companies to fill in the 'gaps' left by Original Medicare coverage.
This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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