Why Do You Need A Medicare Supplement? 
Medicare Supplements pay the coinsurance and deductibles you would have under original Medicare.On day in the hospital with original Medicare nearly $ 1200 in deductible under part A. Any part B expense is covered at 80 % . The part A deductible is not calender year , it is best on coverage periods . You could conceivable have to pay this up to four times per year . There is no ceiling on the amount you would have to pay under part B so if your health condition is serious you could conceivably be responsible for over $ 10,000 in medical costs . Medicare Supplements will pay those costs . 