FL Insurance

Medigap Modernization: Today's Medicare Supplement Policies

Overview

As individuals age, medical expenses tend to increase, and health conditions may develop that require ongoing medication, tests, and doctor visits. Professionals who work with the senior market must be prepared to discuss the many health care and health insurance options that are available to this group. Central to these options are Medicare and Medicare supplement (Medigap) insurance. This course explains today's Medigap insurance plans and offers a practical understanding of how these plans can bolster a senior's health insurance program by supplementing the coverage provided by Original Medicare.

Summary Details

Hours

4.0

Price

$14.95







Learning Objectives

  • Understand the basics of Medicare and the coverage gaps it contains
  • Explain the purpose of Medicare supplement (Medigap) policies
  • Describe how recent changes in federal law have influenced Medicare standard plans and Medigap policies
  • Know the provisions of each of the modernized Medigap policies in terms of their coverage and benefits
  • Cite the special requirements governing underwriting and issuance of Medigap policies
  • Understand their role and ethical responsibilities in soliciting Medigap insurance policies and making suitable recommendations for prospects and clients


Designed For:

Life and health insurance producers and finance professionals working with senior clients

Repetition Rule: The Florida DOFS does not permit agents to repeat the same course within 2 years of the original completion date.

This course has been approved by the Florida Department of Financial Services for insurance continuing education.

Provider of Record: WebCE
Provider Number: 364621


Course Information

Adding additional credit may change exam requirements.

Access Period: 12 months
Prerequisites: None
Delivery Method: Self-Study
PDF Download: Not Available
Course Approval Number: 98796
Provider of Record: WebCE
Provider Number: 364621
Last Reviewed: June 2025
Study Level: Intermediate
Approved For: FL-218 Life & Health

Exam

Proctor: No
Passing Grade: 70
Questions: 25



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