Every Way to Get Medicare Coverage
There is more than one way to get your Medicare coverage, and the right combination depends on your health, budget, and how you like to see doctors. This section explains Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), and Part D drug coverage — plus how to compare them and how availability can differ by state.
The traditional Part A & B program run directly by the federal government.
A side-by-side look at Original Medicare, Medigap, and Medicare Advantage.
Why plan choice, pricing, and rules can vary by state and zip code.
How Part C bundles your coverage into one plan through a private insurer.
How Medigap plans fill the cost gaps left by Original Medicare.
How prescription drug coverage works and why plan choice matters.
A thorough, neutral comparison to help you understand the tradeoffs.
A look at Plan G, Plan N, Plan F, and high-deductible Plan G.
HMO, PPO, Special Needs Plans, and PFFS — how they differ.