Medicare Supplement Archives - Prepare for Medicare

Understanding the Difference Between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement Plans

by Matt Feret | Jun 15, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement

Navigating the world of Medicare can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing between Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans. Let’s break down the differences, benefits, and considerations for each to help you make an...

What Is the Medigap (Medicare Supplement) Birthday Rule? Can I Switch Medigap Plans around My Birthday?

by Matt Feret | Jan 19, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement

What Is the Medigap (Medicare Supplement) Birthday Rule? Can I Switch Medigap Plans around My Birthday? Dear Matt, I have an AARP Medicare Supplement, which is a United Healthcare Medigap Plan G. My Medicare insurance agent has talked to me about the Medigap...

When Can I Switch Medicare Supplement Plans?

by Matt Feret | Dec 15, 2021 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement

Matt, I’m retiring soon and think I’m going to skip buying a Medicare Advantage plan and purchase a Medicare Supplement plan and add a stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan to my coverage. In your book, it’s Option 2; Medicare Part D + Supplement as you...