Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Part C (Medicare advantage plans) combines the Part A and Part B options and covers most medically necessary services.
What do these plans do that Parts A and B don't? Basically, an advantage plan allows you to opt out of government provided Medicare coverage and enroll in a plan with a private insurance company such as Blue Cross or Anthem. These plans are typically designed to provide Medicare-like coverage while closing some of its uncovered gaps. Different plans are available, many of which also include prescription drug coverage under Part D.
Is This Coverage Available to Me?
To be eligible for a Medicare Part C plan, you must pay your premiums for and stay enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B. There are, however, deadlines for enrollment, penalties for late enrollment and complicated timing issues and plan options that should be discussed with an experienced attorney before you have to make the choice to enroll or not.
Choosing the Advantage Plan That's Right for You
Some Medicare advantage plans may fit your needs better than others.
At Shifrin Newman Smith Inc., we can help you obtain Social Security Disability benefits and review Medicare advantage plan options that may include health maintenance organizations (HMOs), preferred provider organizations (PPOs), private-fee-for-service plans (PFFSs), special needs plans (SNPs), and medical savings accounts (MSAs).
Our Goal Is Your Success
Since 1985, our law firm has been exclusively dedicated to handling government disability benefits claims. We won't turn you away, even if your case looks hopeless. We have a well-earned reputation for doing the impossible and have helped thousands of people get the disability benefits they have needed.
For answers from an experienced lawyer to other questions you have about Social Security Disability claims or Medicare advantage plans (Part C), call our Akron or Cleveland, Ohio, law offices toll-free at 877-230-5500 or, contact our attorneys online.
