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Old 04-06-2025, 04:35 AM
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Originally Posted by bumpa View Post
Very true, cost is often the decision maker.

$38000, all of it tucked safely away, so the figure does not concern me in any way.
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Originally Posted by Aces4 View Post
So in 5 1/2 to 7 years you could be behind the eight ball coverage wise. Nothing like playing a little Russian roulette. BTW, is that out-of-pocket per person or a total for the two of you per year?
It is almost always about "cost".

In the 1000's of posts about this subject on TOTV and other sites, I have never ONCE heard ...

"Oh, I have a Medicare Advantage Plan", because the health care is soooooo much better".

Cost or convenience is always the driving force.

If you're willing to pay enough to have a Medicare Supplemental, you are in control of your healthcare.

If you want to save a few bucks and go with Medicare Advantage, an Insurance company is in charge of your healthcare.

This is not a complicated or mysterious subject.
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