How to Navigate Medicare.gov
Information Provided by a Medigap Representative
You can never know too much when it comes to navigating the Medicare maze, and one of the best sources of information available to you 24 hours a day is the US government’s official Medicare website at Medicare.gov.
Other websites may seem similar, but only Medicare.gov is the official Medicare website. It’s important to remember that only www.Medicare.gov is the official US government source for information about Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medigap policy issues.
At first glance, Medicare.gov may look like a tough website to navigate. After all, it’s full of links and seems to bombard a visitor with information overload the second he or she accesses the site. Within minutes, though, you’ll learn there’s nothing on the website you can’t handle. In fact, once you get over the initial shock, you’ll probably find Medicare.gov a great resource for new and experienced Medicare beneficiaries alike.
What’s the best place to start?
If you’re looking for information about Medigap policies, you’ll find what you need at http://www.medicare.gov/find-a-plan/questions/medigap-home.aspx. At this address, you can view all the Medigap policies available in your zip code area for your chosen plan, such as the popular Plan F. At this address, you can also view all the companies in your area that offer your chosen plan.
For information about prescription drug plans, you can use the Medicare Plan Finder at https://www.medicare.gov/find-a-plan/questions/home.aspx. When you enter your zip code and identify which prescription drugs you need, the Plan Finder will provide a list of all available prescription drug plans in your area.
Try spending a few minutes at www.medicare.gov. You’ll find it a handy site for getting information about Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, and other plans and programs you can never know too much about. You’ll be able to compare doctors, hospitals, and other facilities in your area.
MyMedicare.gov allows you to log in to your personal Medicare account in order to manage your health and to review your claims, plans, and coverage, and to monitor your health history. For an easy tutorial for new users, you can go to https://mymedicare.gov/Help/VirtualTour/WBT_Virtual_Online_Tour.aspx.
Medicare.gov provides easy access to information about Medicare supplement plans, coverage gaps, medical screenings, and a lot more you’ll want to know about. It even allows you to enroll on the spot in Medicare Advantage and other plans you may be considering. Of course, if you’re serious about filling those Medicare gaps by enrolling in a Medigap plan, you’d be well advised to discuss your Medicare options with a qualified local agent or licensed broker first. When you contact MedicareMall we’ll discuss all the options and help you determine which plan best meets your individual needs.