Bellevue, Nebraska, Medicare covers many healthcare costs for enrollees. However, Medicare beneficiaries are still responsible for a portion of these costs. Bellevue residents can enroll in Supplemental Medicare plans to reduce their medical expenses.

Medicare plans in Bellevue, Nebraska

We’ll be exploring different supplemental Medicare plans. Since Bellevue, Nebraska Original Medicare often leaves gaps, senior citizens can opt for a Medicare Advantage plan instead or use Medigap to supplement costs. The data below shows quotes based on a 65-year-old female in Bellevue, Nebraska.

Medicare Advantage plans

Medicare Advantage plans are types of Supplemental plans that allow beneficiaries to receive their Part A and B benefits and additional coverage from a private insurance carrier. Currently, there are 22 Medicare Advantage plans available in Bellevue, Nebraska.

The first plan we’ll look at is Humana. Like all the plans on our first chart, Humana has a zero-dollar premium. However, its MOOP (maximum out-of-pocket) rate is $6,700 and has a four-star rating.

Aetna is another plan you can choose. Unlike Humana, a Local PPO, Aetna’s plan is an HMO POS. Its MOOP is $5,000, and it has a high four-star rating.

BCBS of Nebraska is an HMO plan with a MOOP of $6,250 and a four-star rating. Enrolling in an HMO generally means having a more limited network of healthcare providers.

The average cost of Medicare Advantage plans in Bellevue, Nebraska

PLAN PREMIUM MOOP Plan Type Star Rating
Humana $0 $6,700 LOCAL PPO 4
$0 $4,500 HMO POS 4
Wellcare $0 $4,500 HMO N/A
Aetna $0 $5,000 HMO POS 4
BCBS of Nebraska $0 $6,250 HMO 4

Medicare Supplement plans

Some residents choose to supplement their Original Medicare in Bellevue, Nebraska, using Medicare Supplement plans. The federal government standardizes Medigap plans, so their benefits don’t change. However, the cost of their monthly premiums can vary.

Residents choose Plan F for its comprehensive coverage. Although its premium range is the highest at $111.70 to $584.97 per month, this plan covers the most.

Plan HDF offers all the same benefits as Plan F. However, while it has all the same benefits, its premiums are much lower and range between $32.00 and $70.82 per month. The drawback of this plan is that you pay a higher deductible.

Plan G is another plan you can choose, with many of the same perks as Plan F. This plan’s premium range sits slightly lower, between $97.65 and $556.00. You can also get the Plan HDG which means you pay a higher deductible for a lower monthly premium range of $32.00 to $69.08.

The average cost of Medicare Supplement plans in Bellevue, Nebraska

LETTER PLAN LOWEST PREMIUM HIGHEST PREMIUM
PLAN A $86.20 $402.08
PLAN B $119.10 $462.36
PLAN C $133.49 $517.26
PLAN D $107.99 $283.46
PLAN F $111.70 $584.97
PLAN HDF $32.00 $70.82
PLAN G $97.65 $556.00
PLAN HDG $32.00 $69.08
PLAN K $50.00 $172.75
PLAN L $62.92 $252.25
PLAN M $78.85 $264.55
PLAN N $74.73 $472.88

Medicare Part D prescription drug plans

Medigap plans don’t cover prescription drugs; only some Medicare Advantage plans do. To work around this, you can enroll in a stand-alone Part D plan in Bellevue, Nebraska, to cover your medications.

Nearly all the plans on this chart have a yearly deductible of $480, and Wellcare is no exception. With Wellcare, prescriptions typically cost six dollars or less. This three-star rated plan has a monthly premium of $10.60.

Humana’s plan provides excellent coverage; most generic prescriptions cost four dollars or less. However, this four-star rated plan has a monthly premium of $22.70.

UnitedHealthcare is the last plan we’ll look at. This plan has a far lower deductible than the other plans on this chart, sitting at $310. This four-star rated plan has a monthly premium of $29.30.

The average cost of Medicare Part D plans in Bellevue, Nebraska

PLAN PREMIUM DEDUCTIBLE STAR RATING
Aetna $6.80 $480 3
Wellcare $10.60 $480 3
Clear Spring $16.60 $480 2
Humana $22.70 $480 4
$29.30 $310 4

Special Needs plans

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are a subsection of Medicare Advantage plans that give extra help to beneficiaries with special needs or chronic disabilities. While these plans aren’t available in every region, they can significantly help those who qualify.

Wellcare’s SNP has dual eligibility, meaning you must qualify for Medicaid and Medicare programs to be eligible for enrollment. Its MOOP cost is $3,450.

Like most of the plans on this chart, Humana has a zero-dollar monthly premium. This plan also has dual eligibility and a MOOP of $3,450.

The final plan we’ll cover is Great Plains. Unlike the other programs on this chart, this plan has a monthly premium of $38.90. In addition, it has institutional eligibility and a MOOP rate of $6,000.

The average cost of Medicare Special Needs plans in Bellevue, Nebraska

PLAN PREMIUM MOOP Plan Type Eligibility
Wellcare $0 $3,450 LOCAL PPO Dual
Humana $0 $3,450 HMO Dual
$0 $7,550 HMO Dual
Aetna $0 $7,550 HMO Dual
Great Plains $38.90 $6,000 HMO Institutional

How to sign up for Medicare plans in Bellevue

Many Supplemental Medicare plans are available in Bellevue, Nebraska. Trying to choose the right one can often be overwhelming. Luckily, you can work with our team to find the right plan.

Our free services can help you find the best plan for your budget and healthcare needs.

Call today or fill out our form to get rates and supplement your Bellevue, Nebraska, Medicare plan!

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Lindsay Malzone, Lindsay Malzone is the Medicare editor for Medigap.com. She's been contributing to many well-known publications since 2017. Her passion is educating Medicare beneficiaries on all their supplemental Medicare options so they can make an informed decision on their healthcare coverage.
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Rodolfo Marrero, Rodolfo Marrero is one of the co-founders at Medigap.com. He has been helping consumers find the right coverage since the site was founded in 2013. Rodolfo is a licensed insurance agent that works hand-in-hand with the team to ensure the accuracy of the content.