Medigap Enrollment and Consumer Protections Vary Across States July 11, 2018 Issue Brief A quarter of people in traditional Medicare had private, supplemental health insurance in 2015—also known as Medigap—to help cover their Medicare deductibles and cost-sharing requirements, as well as protect themselves against catastrophic expenses for Medicare-covered services. This issue brief examines implications for older adults with pre-existing medical conditions who may be unable to purchase a Medigap policy or change their supplemental coverage after their initial open enrollment period.
Key Facts About Medigap Enrollment and Premiums for Medicare Beneficiaries October 18, 2024 Issue Brief This brief presents facts about Medigap, including the characteristics of Medicare beneficiaries with a Medigap policy, variation in Medigap enrollment by state, and Medigap premiums.
Medicare September 20, 2019 Topic Landing Page Explore KFF’s policy research, polling and news on the Medicaid program including eligibility, enrollment and spending; access to care; and Medicaid’s coverage of long-term services and supports.