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Friday, October 23, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Medicare & Seniors

Switching back to Original Medicare? Medigap prices have climbed

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As Medicare Advantage plans disappear, many seniors weigh a Medigap supplement. Those policies average over $200 a month on top of Part B, and one data firm found average premiums up about 17% in a year. Read every insurer letter and get free help from your state's SHIP.

Source: Tradeoffs

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