Mrs. Paterson is concerned about the deductibles and co-payments associated with
Original Medicare. What can you tell her about Medigap as an option to
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concern? - ✔✔Medigap plans help beneficiaries cover coinsurance, co-payments,
and/or deductibles for medically necessary services.
Mr. Singh would like drug coverage but does not want to be enrolled in a Medicare
Advantage plan. What should you tell him? - ✔✔Mr. Singh can enroll in a stand-alone
prescription drug plan and continue to be covered for Part A and Part B services
through Original Fee-for-Service Medicare.
Ms. Moore plans to retire when she turns 65 in a few months. She is in excellent health
and will have considerable income when she retires. She is concerned that her income
will make it impossible for her to qualify for Medicare. What could you tell her to address
her concern? - ✔✔Medicare is a program for people age 65 or older and those under
age 65 with certain disabilities, end-stage renal disease, and Lou Gehrig's disease so
she will be eligible for Medicare.
Mr. Diaz continued working with his company and was insured under his employer's
group plan until he reached age 68. He has heard that there is a premium penalty for
those who did not sign up for Part B when first eligible and wants to know how much he
will have to pay. What should you tell him? - ✔✔Mr. Diaz will not pay any penalty
because he had continuous coverage under his employer's plan.
Agent John Miller is meeting with Jerry Smith, a new prospect. Jerry is currently
enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B. Jerry has also purchased a Medicare Supplement
(Medigap) plan which he has had for several years. However, the plan does not provide
drug benefits. How would you advise Agent John Miller to proceed? - ✔✔Tell prospect
Jerry Smith that he should consider adding a standalone Part D prescription drug
coverage policy to his present coverage.
Madeline Martinez was widowed several years ago. Her husband worked for many
years and contributed into the Medicare system. He also left a substantial estate which
provides Madeline with an annual income of approximately $130,000. Madeline, who
has only worked part-time for the last three years, will soon turn age 65 and hopes to
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