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In reply to the discussion: medicare etc [View all]Kali
(55,514 posts)11. that sounds good, and did you have a choice or did employer choose supplemental over advantage?
we are both self-employed (well, he is pretty damn retired LOL)
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that sounds good, and did you have a choice or did employer choose supplemental over advantage?
Kali
Feb 2021
#11
Medicare A, B, supplemental, (BCBS - a G plan), D (Clear Springs). whoops revising a bit
NewHendoLib
Feb 2021
#3
narrow networks are a real problem if you travel out of your local area
yellowdogintexas
Feb 2021
#38
i don't think advnatage plans cover the gap but i've never looked that deep into it
Takket
Feb 2021
#20
You do understand that hospitalization is covered under Part A fully except for deductibles?
Big Blue Marble
Feb 2021
#22
If you can afford $150 - $250 a month for a supplement, that is probably the most flexible way to go
Hoyt
Feb 2021
#23
My income is my SS of $870 a month. I share my bills with Jeannie who has a job.
panader0
Feb 2021
#44
If you are eligible for Medicare you have a choice between an Advantage plan or Medicare
in2herbs
Feb 2021
#45
Advantage is private insurance and they can really screw with you when you need it the most.
Liberal In Texas
Feb 2021
#52