Hoping the broader experience here can help me better understand the peculiarities regarding a Sept Medicare activation.
I have been issued my card for a Sept startup date and am now trying to sort out Supplemental Plans. The best choice for me looks like a Premera Blue Cross Plan F at 166/month. Premera also offers a High Ded Plan F for 68/mon. Since we currently have a 2500 deductible policy, carrying a 2070 looks pretty good since I am good health and will have my regular physical in a couple of days to confirm
Questions needing confirmation:
Nwsteve
I have been issued my card for a Sept startup date and am now trying to sort out Supplemental Plans. The best choice for me looks like a Premera Blue Cross Plan F at 166/month. Premera also offers a High Ded Plan F for 68/mon. Since we currently have a 2500 deductible policy, carrying a 2070 looks pretty good since I am good health and will have my regular physical in a couple of days to confirm
Questions needing confirmation:
- Medicare is on a calendar year, so current rates are only good to end of year.
- Open enrollment starts in Oct, 2012 and I would be free to change to the Standard Plan F, starting next Jan 1 assuming the rate structure remains comparable. Correct?
- Any downsides (besides the deductible) for going with High Ded Plan F I am not appreciating?
Nwsteve