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Medicare Supplement plans, also known as Medigap, are designed to fill the gaps left by Original Medicare. Still, for many people, the benefits of having a Medigap/Medicare Supplement Policy are sadly never made clear to them, especially if they self-enrolled or worked with a Medicare Agent/Broker who wasn't as thorough or detailed as they should have been.

The easiest way to avoid excess charges is to use physicians who accept Medicare assignment. You will never be billed more than Medicare allows for your healthcare services. It’s always a good idea to ask your doctor if they accept assignment before you make an appointment. Don’t forget to ask the same question of any Medicare provider, such as lab facilities and home health care companies. You can also find providers in your area that participate with Medicare using the Med