Because Medicare pays 80% of approved charges and the patient is responsible for the remaining 20%, individuals enrolled in the Original Medicare Part B plan often buy additional insurance called a(n) ________ plan. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Medigap
Medigap plans offer benefits including reimbursement of the patient's Part B deductible and picking up the 20% balance of the Medicare-allowed charge.

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