Key Takeaways
Medicare in Michigan is available to legal U.S. citizens 65 or older.
When you are eligible for Medicare in MI, you can sign up during open or a Special Enrollment Period .
The cost of Original Medicare in Michigan depends on several factors. While there are regular Medicare costs, many are income-based.
From farmland to affluent urban areas to lake life, Michigan has something for everyone. And if you’re a U.S. citizen that’s 65 or older, that includes Medicare.
Before you enroll in a Medicare plan in Michigan, there are some details you’ll want to understand to get the most out of your plan. How does Medicare in MI work? Are there different Medicare plans in MI? How much does Medicare in MI cost? Whether you’re in the Upper Peninsula or down in Detroit, here is information to help you enroll in Medicare in Michigan.
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Who Qualifies for Medicare in Michigan?
To be eligible for Medicare in Michigan, you must be:
- 65 or older
- A legal United States citizen
If you’re younger than 65 but have received disability-based Social Security or Railroad Retirement Board benefits for 24 months, you may be eligible. The same is true for people living with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or Lou Gehrig’s disease.
What Does Medicare Cover in Michigan?
Medicare in Michigan covers medically necessary and preventive services, as well as stays at hospitals, nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities. The limits of that coverage depends on your plan.
If you enroll in Medicare in MI, all plans cover 10 essential benefits. They are:
1. Outpatient care
2. Emergency service
3. Maternity and newborn care
4. Prescription drugs
5. Pediatric services
6. Laboratory services
7. Rehabilitation and habilitation services
8. Mental health and substance abuse
9. Preventive or wellness services
10. Hospitalization
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What does Medicare in Michigan not cover?
Medicare plans in Michigan provide a good amount of healthcare services, but they don’t cover everything. You have the option to enroll in Part D for prescription drug coverage and Supplement insurance for things like eye exams, dentures and most dental care, long-term care, cosmetic surgery, acupuncture, some footcare and hearing aids
If you want a single plan to bundle Parts A and B with Part D, consider Medicare Advantage in Michigan.
What Is the Best Medicare Plan in Michigan?
The answer here is completely personal, as each person’s healthcare needs are unique. That means that a Medicare policy that is great for a friend may not work for you. To determine the Medicare plan in Michigan that will fit your needs, there are some things to consider:
- Assess your needs. Check out our Enrollment Checklist page.
- Medicare Star Ratings. This is also known as the Star Rating System.
- Consider each plan’s pros and cons. Make sure you understand what each offers.
- Learn little-known tips. Our Pro Tips page will help Medicare in Michigan make sense.
- Contact GoHealth: If you are ready to enroll in Medicare in MI, start with GoHealth. Our licensed insurance agents discuss your needs and shop for plans in your area that fit what you’re looking for.
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How Do I Apply for Medicare in Michigan?
To apply for Medicare in Michigan, you can do one of the following:
- Apply online at with Social Security
- Visit a local Social Security office in Michigan
- Enroll over the phone at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778).
- Did you work for a railroad? You may be able to enroll through the Railroad Retirement Board. To find out, contact the RRB at 1-877-772-5772.
If you’re a Michigander who’s receiving Social Security, you may be automatically enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B by the Social Security Administration when you turn 65. If this is the case, you’ll receive your enrollment packet roughly three months before you turn 65.
Enrolling in Medicare in MI?
When it’s time for you to enroll in Medicare, whether you’re turning 65 or enrolling again, it’s important to know the enrollment periods.
Turning 65 and new to Medicare?
The Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) is when new enrollees sign up for Medicare the year they turn 65. Enrollees are able to apply for additional Medicare plans during this period.
Already enrolled in Medicare in MI
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period, also called the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), allows you to change from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage (or vice versa). You may also switch Medicare drug plans. AEP happens each year from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.
Medicare General Enrollment Period (GEP) is useful If you did not enroll in Medicare when you were first eligible. You can sign up for Original Medicare in Michigan during the General Enrollment Period each year from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31.
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP), held annually from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31, is the time to enroll in a different Medicare Advantage plan, or switch back to Original Medicare. You must already be enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan on the 1st of January to qualify for this enrollment period.
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How Much Is Medicare in Michigan?
While there are some standard costs to share, it really depends on several factors. If you have Original Medicare, here are the costs you can expect to pay for Medicare in Michigan in 2022:
Medicare in MI: Part A
Premium:
- Typically no-cost if you or your spouse worked 10 or more years
- You or your spouse worked between 7.5 and 10 years: $274 a month
- You or your spouse worked fewer than 7.5 years: $499 a month
Deductible:
- $1,556 each plan period
Copayments & coinsurance:
- Hospital stays: $0 copay for Days 1-60 following deductible payment; daily charges for Days 61 and after
- Skilled Nursing Facility: $0 for Days 1-20 (each plan period); daily charges for Days 21 and after
Medicare in MI: Part B
Premium:
- $170.10 monthly and up (income-based)
Deductible:
- $233 for each plan period
Copayments & coinsurance:
- Most preventative services: $0
- Medicare-approved services: 20% coinsurance
Medicare in MI: Part D
Premium:
- Income-based; varies by plan
Deductible:
- No more than $480 in 2022
Copayments & coinsurance:
- Plan- and drug-specific
What Are the 4 Types of Medicare in Michigan?
The four types of Medicare work in different ways to provide services and care. Knowing the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage can give you the tools you need to make the right choice. The same is true of knowing about Medigap and Prescription Drug Plan (Part D). Here’s a rundown of the four types of Medicare:
Original Medicare (Part A and Part B)
Original Medicare is partially provided by the federal government and is made up of Part A and Part B.
Medicare Advantage (Part C)
Medicare Advantage (Part C) replaces Original Medicare (Part A & B), but offers the same Part A and B benefits or coverage as Original Medicare. Along with receiving Part A and B benefits, Medicare Part C often bundles additional services like dental, hearing, vision and prescription drug coverage.
Part D and Medigap
If you’re enrolled in Medicare in Michigan, it’s important to know that there may be services you need that aren’t covered by Parts A and B alone. You may want to consider the other two forms of Medicare coverage:
Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) is a stand-alone plan that provides prescription drug coverage. Original Medicare enrollees need to add Part D separately if they want their prescriptions covered. However, Medicare Advantage Plans often include Part D coverage.
Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap policies are private insurance plans that help cover “gaps” in Original Medicare. These plans cover some of the out-of-pocket costs such as deductibles, coinsurance and copays.
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What Is the Best Medicare Advantage Plan in Michigan?
Finding the best Medicare Advantage in Michigan comes down to which plans provide the best fit for your personal needs. There are various MA plan types to choose from and plans offered can vary based on where you live.
- Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans use a network of doctors, hospitals and other providers to treat an insurance company’s customers.
- Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow you to see any doctor in your provider network without a referral from your primary care physician.
- Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans pay healthcare providers separately for each service.
- Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are designed specifically for beneficiaries with specific conditions, diseases, or other characteristics. D-SNP assists dual eligible individuals, and C-SNP is for people with chronic diseases.
Who Qualifies for Medicare Assistance Programs?
Need help paying for your Medicare? Whether you’re prepping for your Initial Enrollment Period or looking to lower your out-of-pocket costs, there are several low-income resources for Medicare plans in Michigan. Here are a few examples:
Medicare Savings Program
With a Medicare Savings Program (MSP), you may be able to lower the out-of-pocket costs associated with your Part B coverage. The Michigan MSP is based on your income and resources. If you qualify, a MSP may pay part or all of your premium, deductible, and coinsurance.
Medicare Extra Help
Also known as the Low Income Subsidy (LIS), Extra Help is financial assistance designed to help low-income Medicare enrollees afford their Part D coverage. If your income qualifies, you can get help paying for your premium, deductible, and prescription drug costs.
Programs for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
PACE is designed to provide nursing home-level care to those that aren’t ready to move into a facility. If you qualify, you may be able to receive that care at home and in your community. In Michigan, eligibility starts at 55 and you must live within a PACE service area.
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Did You Know?
Medicare in Michigan by the Numbers
Thousands of older adults enroll in Medicare every day across the United States. The latest CMS data shows that 2,037,871 people are enrolled in Medicare Part A and B in Michigan. The total number of beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Advantage Increased from 917,848 to 1,058,263 year over year. Medicare Advantage participation in Michigan went from 45.95% to 51.93% year over year. If you’d like to dive deeper into how Medicare in Michigan breaks down across the state, we provide a glance at who is using Medicare and how.
Medicare
Michigan
2,037,871 Beneficiaries with Part A & Part B
1,058,263 Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries
51.93% Meducare Advantage Participation Rate
54.90% Female
45.10% Male
83.13% Non-Hispanic White
10.25% African American
1.92% Hispanic
4.70% Other/Unknown
20.73% Eligible for Medicaid
1.06 Average HCC Score
$10,375.55 Actual Per Capita Costs
19.47% Hospital Readmission Rate
28.90% of Beneficiaries with an Emergency Department Visit
917,848 Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries, Previous Year
Increased Medicare Advantage, Year over year
45.95% Meducare Advantage Participation Rate, Previous Year
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Table reflects the latest Beneficiary Demographics Data: Medicare Geographic Variation – by National, State & County
Average HCC Score: The Hierarchical Condition Category score gauges a population’s overall health. The score is based on a value of 1.0. Populations with an HCC score of less than 1.0 are considered relatively healthy. The score can be used to estimate health costs.
Michigan Medicare Resources & Contacts
Beneficiaries spend an average of $10,990.84 each year on Medicare in Michigan. To be certain you are not leaving anything on the table, let us help. A GoHealth licensed insurance agent can assess your coverage or explain which Michigan-based resources, like these, may be able to help:
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