Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan E is a middle of the road policy as it covers many of the major gaps left by Medicare Insurance but lacks other coverages. Though it can in some cases be a cost effective plan, it is recommended to only purchase a Plan E under rare conditions.
The only reason to purchase a plan E rather than a more comprehensive Plan F or Plan J is because of price and normally more comprehensive coverage will cost you less if you shop around multiple Medicare Supplement Insurance Companies.
Covered by Plan E
Basic Benefits:
* Part B Coinsurance (Generally 20% of outpatient expenses)
* Hospital Coinsurance
* 365 Additional Days Hospitilization Coverage
* Blood Deductible Coverage
Skilled Nursing Coinsurance
Part A Deductible
Foreign Travel
Preventative Care
Not Covered by Plan E
At Home Recovery
Part B Deductible
Part B Excess
Plan E is only recommended in rare circumstances. For the most part, you are better off with a more Comprehensive Medicare Supplement Plan such as Plan J.