Is Medicare FREE?



Medicare pays for your health care needs at age 65 but it is not 100% FREE. 

Medicare costs include:

  • Premiums
 - Fixed amount you pay monthly and can change from year to year. 
  • Deductibles
 - Out of pocket costs you pay for covered services before your plan begins to pay.

  • Co-Payments
 -  Fixed amount you pay at the time of service. 

  • Co-Insurance
 - Payment for the split the cost of a covered service. Ex. you may pay 20% and your plan pays 80%. 

Good news! 

With the right Medicare Plan, you can save on your premiums, co-payments, deductibles, and co-insurance.

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