While researching Medicare options for my grandpa I stumbled across your article, “Why I chose Original Medicare over a Medicare Advantage Plan” (Marshall; [1-6]) Marshall, Jeffery. “Why I chose Original Medicare over a Medicare Advantage Plan.” Marshall, Parker & Weber LLC (April 8, 2013). (http://www.paelderlaw.com/why-i-chose-original-medicare-over-a-medicare-advantage-plan/) 11/19/2016 [1-6]. In the article you mentioned that Original Medicare is a better choice, because the plan has less restrictions, many supplement plans, and gives you more empowerment. While I agree with you that Original Medicare allows patients to feel less restricted, there are more cons than pro’s. The purpose of this letter is too persuade you to re-evaluate enrolling in Original Medicare versus the Medicare Advantage plan. The Medicare Advantage Plan is more beneficial because, the plan is cheaper, convenient, and covers more services. Hopefully, this …show more content…
As you described in your article Original Medicare, does not cover services such as vison care, dental care or drug prescriptions. While I know money is not an issue for you, just imagine how much money you will pay out of pocket for these services! 1 With the Medicare Advantage plan you often times can have vision, dental and drug prescriptions covered. Imagine how much money and headaches you could save yourself from knowing your insurance covers these services. 2 Also by switching to Medicare Advantage you will not have to worry as much about finding an Eye doctor or dentist that is within your price range. With the Medicare Advantage Plan the select certain where their customers can receive vision, dental and drug prescription services. 3 By the insurance company doing the research on the best places to receive care, you are guaranteed to get the best service for the lowest price. Why would you not want to save money every chance you