10/19/2026
o my healthcare provider friends that offer insurance advice on Medicare plans, please read below. A good agent will take the time to explore the options and choose a plan that fits the CLIENTS needs. The average SS benefit in Arkansas is under $2000/ month. That does not leave much extra for paying the 20% co-pays on original medicare or paying for a MedSupp, Drug Plan, Dental, Vision, or Hearing care. All of these can be over $500/ month.
So, Why Would You Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan?
When it comes to Medicare, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Medicare Advantage may be a great option for some people, while Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement may work better for others.
Here are a few reasons you might consider a Medicare Advantage plan:
Low or $0 plan premiums may be available
You must continue paying your Medicare Part B premium, but some Medicare Advantage plans have a $0 additional monthly premium.
Prescription drug coverage is often included
Many Medicare Advantage plans combine your medical and Part D prescription drug coverage into one plan.
Extra benefits
Depending on the plan, benefits may include dental, vision, hearing, fitness programs and other services not covered by Original Medicare.
Annual out-of-pocket protection
Original Medicare by itself does not have an annual out-of-pocket maximum. Medicare Advantage plans do have a yearly limit on what you pay for covered Medicare services.
One plan can simplify your coverage
Instead of managing Medicare, a separate drug plan and possibly other coverage, Medicare Advantage can bundle several benefits together.
But Medicare Advantage isn't right for everyone.
Plans can have provider networks, copays, prior authorization requirements and other restrictions. That's why it's important to look beyond the premium and make sure your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions work well with the plan.
At Premier Insurance Advisers, our goal isn't simply to put you in a Medicare plan. It's to help you understand your options so you can choose coverage that fits YOUR needs.
Have Medicare questions? Give us a call, 501-425-1703. We're happy to help.
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