Medicare Supplement Plan G

Medicare Supplement Plan G is a good option if you are looking for a plan similar to Medicare Supplement Plan F. The only difference between the plans is that unlike Plan F, Plan G does not cover the Medicare Part B deductible.

Along with Supplement Plan F, Colorado Supplement Plan G is one of only two Supplement Plans that covers 100% of Part B excess charges. When comparing Supplement Plans, make sure to look at the cost difference per year of the Part B deductible.

Medicare Supplement Plan G includes the following benefits:

• Medicare Part A coinsurance for hospitalization in addition to coverage for one additional year after Medicare benefits end
• Medicare Part B coinsurance for medical expenses — usually 20% of Medicare-approved expenses — or co-payments for outpatient services
• The first three pints of blood you receive as a hospital inpatient or outpatient (whereas original Medicare typically covers any pints of blood you receive after the first three)

• Medicare Part A coinsurance for hospice care
• Medicare Part B preventive care coinsurance
• Medicare Part A deductible
• Medicare Part B excess charges (100%)
• Skilled nursing facility care coinsurance
• Foreign travel emergency coverage

Medicare Supplement Plan G does not cover:

• Medicare Part B deductible