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New York Medigap Plans

Medicare Supplement Plans in New York - 2026 Rates, Rules & Carrier Options

3.8 million Medicare enrollees
Avg Plan G: $200–$320/month
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Medicare Enrollees

3.8 million

Avg Plan G Premium

$200–$320/month

Guaranteed Issue

Year-round (all plans)

Rating Method

Community rated

Medigap in New York

New York has some of the strongest Medigap consumer protections in the country, with year-round guaranteed issue rights and community rating. Anyone can get a Medigap plan at any time without medical underwriting, and all enrollees pay the same premium regardless of age. The trade-off is that New York has among the highest Medigap premiums in the country. The state has a large Medicare population of 3.8 million enrollees.

Open Enrollment in New York

New York has guaranteed issue rights for Medigap plans year-round - insurers cannot deny coverage based on health status.

New York Medigap Rules

  • New York requires guaranteed issue for all Medigap plans year-round
  • Community rating required - premiums don't vary by age
  • Continuous open enrollment period
  • Among the highest Medigap premiums in the country

Top Carriers in New York

Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
Mutual of Omaha
Cigna

Most Popular Plans in New York

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