Medicare Advantage Plans

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Supplement Plans

There are 2 main differences between
a Supplement and a Medicare
Advantage Plan:

I.)  
Medicare Advantage Plans have a "pay as you go model" and supplements make you pay a fixed monthly premium regardless of what you actually use. Chart of premium differences
II.)  
Medicare Advantage Plans typically offer more benefits than supplements Medicare card image

Medicare Advantage Plans: Convenient

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Medicare Advantage Plans: Affordability You Deserve

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Based upon your needs, not your pocketbook

Affordable plans

Starting at


$0

Plan Premium*

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Pay only what you use

Affordable plans
*You must still pay your Part B premium.

Medicare Advantage Plans: Coverage With More Benefits

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Worldwide
Emergency
Coverage

Global Coverage
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Extensive
Physician
Panels

Many Physicians
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Prescription Drug Coverage (on most plans)

Additional Benefits

FAQs

Q:

Can I have a Supplement and a Medicare Advantage plan at the same time?

A:

No, you can have either a Medicare Advantage plan OR Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement plan.

Q:

I don't want to pay a monthly supplement premium. Do you offer Medicare Advantage plans with low or $0 monthly plan premiums?

A:

Yes, we offer plans with low or no monthly plan premiums that can possibly help you keep your monthly costs much lower than a supplement. You continue to pay your Part B premium to Medicare.

Q:

Is a Medicare Advantage plan better than a supplement?

A:

For people who prefer to pay only for the services they receive, a Medicare Advantage plan can make a lot of sense. If you want to learn more about which type of plan may be best for you, please call 1-888-830-8482 and TTY users should call 1-800-548-2546.

Q:

Don't Medicare supplements cover everything that original Medicare doesn't?

A:

No. While Medicare supplements do offer more than original Medicare, they do not cover "everything else".

Q:

What are the main benefits of a Medicare Advantage plan over a supplement?

A:

Medicare Advantage plans may allow you to reduce your monthly plan premiums. Our plans also offer you convenience. Instead of having to carry an ID card for Original Medicare, your supplement, and your prescription drug plan, all you have with VIVA Medicare Plus is one card and one phone number to call when you have questions. Some Medicare Advantage Plans may offer additional benefits for things like eyeglasses and dental care.

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