Monday, December 13, 2010

How do elderly people coming for permanent residence to US get health insurance?

My parents who are approx. 70 years old are considering coming to live with my family to US. My main concern is how they are going to get the health insurance. Any pointers? Thanks in advance
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There is a plan available for them. Called the Bridge Plan, it is available as soon as they establish permanent residency in the U.S. There are several different plans with monthly premium from $283 to $469 for people age 70-74. It only covers them in the U.S. so if they go out of the country to visit they'll have to get temporary International insurance. 5 years after establishing residency they will be eligible for Medicare but they will have to pay both Part A and Part B premiums.
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