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Medigap plans (or Medicare supplemental insurance policies) cover some of the medication and treatment costs that traditional Medicare does not pay. The policies are offered through private insurance companies. Any American over the age of 65 can get Medicare and buy a Medigap plan.
The story is different for Medicare patients under 65, many of whom are living with a chronic illness. Although they qualify for Medicare, depending on their state, they may not have adequate access to a Medigap plan. They also may be forced to pay a higher rate than other Medicare patients. Access to medigap provides opportunities for patients to receive life-saving and sometimes out of reach treatment options.
Learn the basics about medigap and how we can expand access to this crucial health option in this Chronic University session.
Meet the Speakers
Kara Nett Hinkley, MPP
Vice President of State Policy
ALS Association
Elizabeth Lively
Eastern Region Advocacy Director
Dialysis Patient Citizens
