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SERVICES / HEALTH COVERAGE

Health Insurance
& Medicare

Coverage you understand.
Support for your next chapter.

Start with the coverage path that fits your situation: health insurance for individuals and families, or Medicare for eligible people. Contact DMD to ask which options and appropriately authorized professionals are available for your location. Before receiving plan recommendations or enrollment assistance, confirm the individual’s applicable license, required certifications and carrier appointments.

An older adult and family member discussing coverage with an advisor

Different paths.
One informed decision.

Marketplace coverage, other private health plans and Medicare follow different rules. Your age, location, eligibility and enrollment period affect what is available. Compare coverage details and total expected costs, not just the monthly premium.

01

Marketplace & private plans

Review the deductible, copayments, coinsurance, network and out-of-pocket limits. Confirm whether a plan is comprehensive coverage; limited-benefit products work differently.

02

Original Medicare

Includes Part A and Part B. Separate Part D prescription coverage and Medigap may be options. Eligibility and enrollment timing matter.

03

Medicare Advantage

A private-plan alternative to Original Medicare, often including drug coverage. Networks, prior authorization and cost-sharing vary. Medigap does not supplement Medicare Advantage.

MAKE AN INFORMED CHOICE

Choose around your life.
Look beyond the premium.

Health insurance: your next steps

Discuss your household, location, enrollment eligibility, doctors, prescriptions and budget with an appropriately licensed and appointed professional. Compare Marketplace and other available private coverage, including total costs, provider networks and whether the plan is comprehensive insurance. Ask DMD which resources or introductions are available; plan access and professional authorization must be confirmed for your location.

Medicare: your next steps

Review eligibility and enrollment timing first. Compare Original Medicare with appropriate Part D and possible Medigap coverage against Medicare Advantage, considering doctors, prescriptions, travel and total costs. Ask DMD about available resources and appropriately authorized assistance, and verify the responsible professional’s credentials and plan appointments. Use Medicare.gov to review all available options. Do not cancel existing coverage until effective dates and enrollment rights are confirmed.

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS

Coverage information.
From reliable sources.

Explore health and Medicare coverage information from established companies. Available plans, networks and eligibility vary by location.

Mutual of Omaha

Medicare Supplement insurance information. Available plans and issuing companies vary by state.

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Aetna

Health and Medicare coverage information, with plan options that vary by location and eligibility.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield

Explore health coverage through your local Blue Cross Blue Shield company. Plans and networks vary by service area.

VIEW COVERAGE INFORMATION ↗

External resources are provided for education. Services, eligibility, costs and terms are set by each provider. Company names and logos belong to their respective owners.

A little clarity goes a long way.

Can I enroll at any time?

Enrollment windows differ by program. Certain life events may qualify you for a special enrollment period. Confirm the rules for your situation before ending existing coverage.

Is the lowest premium always the lowest-cost option?

No. Deductibles, drug costs and cost-sharing can change total spending. Compare how each plan would work with your expected care.

Do all plans cover the same doctors?

No. Networks vary by exact plan and location and can change. Confirm participation with both the plan and your providers.

Is Medigap the same as Medicare Advantage?

No. Medigap helps pay certain costs alongside Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage is a different way to receive Medicare benefits; the two are not designed to be used together.

FOR DMD AGENTS

Lead with understanding.

Confirm required health and Medicare licensing, certifications and appointments. Review the exact plan, county, provider network, prescriptions and enrollment rights. Use current approved materials and follow applicable contact and enrollment rules.

Your priorities.
Our commitment to help.

Let’s talk about the people and plans you want to protect. Our team can help you understand your choices and take the next step with confidence.

General education only. We are not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. Coverage and availability vary. Visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to review Medicare options; contact your state Marketplace for health coverage information.

LEARN MORE: Medicare coverage choices ↗   /   Marketplace total costs ↗   /   Texas Medicare Supplement company list ↗