Medicare Advantage Plans, also known as Medicare Part C, are health plans offered by private insurers that provide the same or additional coverage than parts A and B of Original Medicare. When you enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan most of your Original Medicare health services will be provided by and managed by your plan. Many plans include additional benefits as well.

Medicare Supplement Plans, also known as Medigap Plans, are health insurance plans that work alongside your Original Medicare (Parts A and B) coverage to help reduce your out-of-pocket costs. They are often referred to as Medigap Plans as they help fill the coverage gaps left by Original Medicare. There are 10 types of Medigap plans available from private insurance companies.

Medicare Part D plans provide coverage for prescription medication. Enrolling in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan can help make your prescribed medications costs more affordable. Part D coverage is only available through a standalone Prescription Drug plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with Part D included.