Providence, RI
Providence County
State capital and government-retiree hub, where employer and TRS retiree coverage often coordinates with Medicare Parts A and B.
◊ Rhode Island · RI
Learn more about your Medicare plan options in Rhode Island.
In Rhode Island we represent both Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans from a wide variety of insurance carriers. We price off Rhode Island carrier filings and ZIP-level plan availability rather than national averages — and there is never a charge for the consultation.
Rhode Island Medicare at a glance
- 230,000
- Medicare beneficiaries statewide (approx.)
- 45%
- Enrolled in Medicare Advantage — about 103,500 people
- 20.6%
- Of the Rhode Island population is on Medicare
Approximate statewide estimates based on publicly reported CMS Medicare enrollment data.
◊ Medigap in RI
Rhode Island Medicare Supplement plans.
Roughly 55% of Rhode Island beneficiaries stay on Original Medicare, and most of them pair it with a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) policy. While well-known carriers such as Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island have Medigap options here, several other A-rated carriers offer competitive prices. Because Medigap benefits are standardized by plan letter, identical coverage from a lesser-known carrier can save hundreds of dollars a year — and when you are living on a fixed income, every dollar counts.
Keep in mind that every health insurance company is subject to annual rate increases. Your Rhode Island Medigap plan will see premium adjustments over time, which is why we review your policy each year at renewal and re-shop the market for you at no cost.
Medigap plans available in Rhode Island
Rhode Island offers all of the standardized Medigap plans available in nearly every other state: Plan A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M, and N, plus high-deductible options. If you became eligible for Medicare on or after January 1, 2020, Plans C and F are not available to you — but do not worry about missing Plan F. Plan G is usually the more cost-effective option anyway, and Plan N is worth a look if you are comfortable with small copays at the doctor's office.
| Plan | Part A deductible | Part B deductible | Part B excess | Best fit in RI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plan G | Covered | You pay | Covered | Most popular — full coverage after one deductible |
| High-Deductible G | After deductible | You pay | After deductible | Lowest premium, highest out-of-pocket ceiling |
| Plan N | Covered | You pay | Not covered | Lower premium with small office/ER copays |
| Plan F | Covered | Covered | Covered | Only if Medicare-eligible before 2020 |
| Plan K / L | Partial | You pay | Not covered | Cost-sharing plans with an annual out-of-pocket limit |
◊ Medicare Advantage in RI
Rhode Island Medicare Advantage plans.
For Rhode Island residents interested in Medicare Advantage, there are many plan options. HMO plans generally carry the lowest premiums — many at $0 per month — but there are reasonably priced PPO options as well for people who want out-of-network flexibility. More than 103,500 Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in Advantage plans across the state, about 45% of everyone on Medicare in Rhode Island.
Most Rhode Island Medicare Advantage plans include prescription drug coverage. For people choosing Medigap instead, standalone Part D drug plans are available statewide. The right answer is rarely about premium — it is about whether your doctors, hospitals, and prescriptions are inside the plan's Rhode Island network and formulary.
Carriers writing Medicare business in Rhode Island
- Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Humana
Carrier availability varies by county and ZIP code. We do not offer every plan available in your area.
◊ Rhode Island ZIP coverage
4 markets. Each a different plan menu.
Medicare Advantage networks and Part D formularies are built county by county, and Medigap rates are set by ZIP code. A retiree in 02903 Providence is shopping a genuinely different list than a retiree in 02886 Warwick. Here is how the Rhode Island market breaks down.
Warwick, RI
Kent County
Established suburban market with strong hospital coverage and competitive Advantage premiums, many at $0 per month.
Cranston, RI
Providence County
Established suburban market with strong hospital coverage and competitive Advantage premiums, many at $0 per month.
Newport, RI
Newport County
Coastal community with a high share of relocated retirees — network adequacy and out-of-area travel benefits matter more than premium alone here.
◊ Rhode Island Medicare FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Do I need a Part D plan in Rhode Island?
If you pair Original Medicare with a Rhode Island Medicare Supplement plan, yes — Medigap does not include prescription coverage, so you add a standalone Part D plan. Most Rhode Island Medicare Advantage plans already bundle Part D, so a separate plan is usually unnecessary and can actually disenroll you from your Advantage plan.
Which Medigap plans are available in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island offers the full set of standardized Medigap plans — A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M, and N, plus high-deductible F and G. Plans C and F are only available to people who became eligible for Medicare before January 1, 2020. For everyone newly eligible, Plan G and Plan N are the two most commonly purchased options.
How much do Medicare Supplement plans cost in Rhode Island?
Medigap premiums in Rhode Island vary by carrier, age, gender, tobacco use, and ZIP code — two people in different parts of the state can pay meaningfully different rates for identical coverage. Because Medigap benefits are standardized by letter, the smartest move is to compare every A-rated carrier writing in your ZIP rather than defaulting to the best-known brand.
When can I enroll in a Medigap plan in Rhode Island without health questions?
Your one-time, six-month Medigap Open Enrollment Period begins the month you are 65 or older and enrolled in Medicare Part B. During that window, Rhode Island carriers cannot decline you or rate you up for health history. Outside it, you generally have to answer medical underwriting questions unless a guaranteed-issue right applies.
Can I switch from Medicare Advantage to Medigap in Rhode Island?
You can drop a Medicare Advantage plan during the Annual Election Period (October 15 – December 7) or the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (January 1 – March 31), then apply for a Medigap plan. Keep in mind you may be subject to underwriting in Rhode Island if you are outside your Medigap Open Enrollment window.
Need help exploring Rhode Island Medicare plan options?
Meet one-on-one with a licensed advisor to compare Rhode Island Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and Part D plans side by side. Meet by phone or in person. There is no charge for this service.
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Rhode Island Medicare plan information reviewed for 2026. Enrollment and penetration figures are approximate statewide estimates from publicly reported CMS Medicare enrollment data.