Central States Medigap Plans in Michigan
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| A.M. Best Rating: | A+ |
| A.M. Best Outlook: | Stable |
| S&P Rating: | AA |
| Established: | 2011 |
| NAIC Number: | 34274 |
| Policy Fee: | $25.00 |
What Medigap Policies Does Central States Sell in Michigan?
Central States Indemnity Co. of Omaha sells 6 Medicare supplements in Michigan. Each lettered plan pays Medicare benefits differently (see comparison chart or check out our review). Here they are at a glance:
Attained Age Rated Medigap Plans: With this plan rating type your monthly premium is based on your current age. As you age your premium will increase. As an example, if you enroll in a Medigap policy at age 65 with a premium of $120, it may increase to $138 when you turn 69, and $162 at age 72. Also, Attained Age rated plans may increase with inflation.
Central States Medigap Plan Benefits Comparison Chart
The following table shows what each Central States Medigap plan covers:
REVIEW: Central States Medicare Supplements in Michigan
Central States scored 3.5 out of 5.0 based on our scoring method. Central States has a good financial rating from A.M. Best, but their Plan F is not in the top 10 best rates and they have less than 10 years experience servicing Medicare SupplementsMedicare Supplements are additional insurance policies that Medicare beneficiaries can purchase to cover the gaps in their Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) health insurance coverage.. Plus, they ding you with a $25.00 policy fee. We are confident in their financial strength, but feel there are better options in Michigan. See the top 10 competition.
Here are the pros and cons from our analysis:
Pros
- Superior financial strength.
Cons
- Uncompetitive Plan F premium.
- Less than 10 years in the Medicare Supplements business.
- Does not offer Medicare SELECTMedicare SELECT is a type of Medigap policy (Medicare supplement plan) that requires its members to get their primary care from a contracted provider. plans.
- Does not offer the 5 most popular plans.
- Charges a fee to write the policy.
About This Review
We reviewed Central States's Medicare supplement plan offering in Michigan versus all other insurance carriers in the state. Our review is unbiased. We use a formula that looks at years in business, A.M. Best financial strength rating, plans serviced, plan premiumsA premium is an amount that an insurance policyholder must pay for coverage. Premiums are typically paid on a monthly basis. In the federal Medicare program, there are four different types of premiums. and fees. We do not take into account rate increase history. Our goal is to present information accurately and without bias, based on our interpretation of factual information about each carrier.
Central States Medigap Plan F vs. Competition
Medigap Plan FMedicare Supplement Plan F is the most comprehensive Medicare supplement plan available. This plan covers all Original Medicare deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments, leaving you with no out-of-pocket costs on all Medicare-approved services. is the best selling plan sold in Michigan. Below you can compare Central States's starting rate on Plan F vs. their top ten competitors.
Contact Central States Medigap Sales
For more information about this Medicare Supplement carrier, and other plans on this site, call 1-855-728-0510 (TTY 711). You may also start your Medicare Supplement enrollment online. You can contact the plan directly at:
For assistance 24 hours a day, call 800-633-4227. TTY users should call 877-486-2048 or visit www.medicare.gov. If you qualify for Medicare but have not yet enrolled or verified your enrollment status, you can do so on the Social Security Administration website.
Eligibility
Central States Medicare Supplements are available to all Michigan beneficiaries, ages 65 and older, who are enrolled in Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Medicare Part B pays 80 percent of most medically necessary healthcare services.. If you are just turning age 65, you have guaranteed issue rightsGuaranteed-issue is a right granted to Medicare beneficiaries and applies to Medicare Supplement insurance (aka, Medigap plans). All states and the federal government enforce this essential right, which protects Medicare beneficiaries from medical underwriting. and cannot be turned down by Central States. Plus, your policy cannot be canceled and it will continue to be renewed as long as you pay the premiums on time and make no material misrepresentations.
Availability
Central States services Medicare supplement insurance in Detroit, Warren, Dearborn, Grand Rapids, Flint, Lansing, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Livonia, Dearborn, Clinton, Westland, Kalamazoo, Southfield, Troy, Pontiac, Taylor, Saginaw, Saint Clair Shores, Waterford, Royal Oak, Wyoming, Dearborn Heights, and most other Michigan cities.
Related Medicare Supplement Insurance Topics
- Do I really Need Supplemental Insurance with Medicare??
- Is Medicare Plan G Better Than Plan F?
- What is the Average Cost of Supplemental Insurance for Seniors?
On this page our goal is to help consumers: Compare Central States Medigap plans in Michigan with the best Medicare supplements available. Read our review. Get a free quote. Did we succeed?
The Medicare Supplement information on this page originates from CMS Data Files, is maintained by David Bynon, and was last updated on .