G, N, F (existing), HD-G, A, K, L
Available most states
7-12% (varies by state)
No
Quick verdict
Best for: cost-focused new-to-Medicare enrollees who want the lowest competitive premium for federally-standardized coverage. Particularly strong in states with Birthday Rule (CA, ID, IL, KY, LA, MD, NV, OK, OR) and Anniversary Rule (MO) protections, where enrollees can re-shop annually if rates rise faster than competitors.
Not for: shoppers who place high value on a single trusted brand long-term and don't want to re-shop later. Mutual of Omaha rates can rise meaningfully after the early policy years; brand-name competitors like AARP/UHC sometimes have more predictable trajectories.
Strengths
- Frequently the lowest-priced major Medigap carrier in many ZIPs, particularly at younger Medicare ages (65-70).
- Mutual ownership — policyholders own the company; no shareholder pressure for short-term profit-driven increases.
- A+ financial strength rating (A.M. Best); founded 1909, century-plus track record.
- Larger household discount than AARP — typically 7-12% (varies by state) vs AARP's 5%.
- No membership requirement. Saves the AARP $16/year cost.
- Strong High-Deductible Plan G availability and pricing.
Watchouts
- Rate increases can be larger after early years — front-loaded competitive pricing sometimes gives way to bigger increases at age 70-75 in some states.
- Underwriting outside Medigap Open Enrollment is moderately strict. If you're not in your initial 6-month OEP and don't qualify for guaranteed-issue, expect health-question scrutiny.
- Less recognized brand than AARP/UHC, though Mutual of Omaha has very high awareness in most U.S. markets.
- Customer service infrastructure is competent but smaller scale than UHC's.
Plan availability and 2026 typical rates
| Plan | Availability | Typical 2026 monthly premium (Female 65, no tobacco) |
|---|---|---|
| Plan G | All 50 states | $118–$190 |
| Plan N | All 50 states | $95–$155 |
| HD Plan G | Most states | $38–$70 |
| Plan F (existing) | All 50 states | $140–$220 |
How Mutual of Omaha compares to other carriers
- vs AARP/UHC: Typically 5-15% cheaper for new enrollees on identical Plan G or Plan N coverage. AARP wins on brand and household discount for couples; Mutual of Omaha wins on raw price for individuals.
- vs Cigna: Both are aggressive on new-enrollee pricing; close head-to-head with Cigna sometimes winning at younger Medicare ages and Mutual of Omaha winning at older ages.
- vs Humana: Mutual of Omaha's Medigap availability is broader; pricing varies but typically competitive.
- vs Cigna SureBridge / Loyal American: Loyal American (a Cigna subsidiary) often beats Mutual of Omaha on raw price but has less broad availability.
The bottom line for Mutual of Omaha Medigap
If your priority is the lowest premium for federally-standardized Plan G or Plan N coverage and you're comfortable re-shopping in 2-5 years if rates rise, Mutual of Omaha is hard to beat. The mutual ownership structure and A+ financial strength remove the typical concerns about smaller-carrier financial stability. For couples, compare the Mutual of Omaha household discount against AARP's — both offer meaningful spousal savings.
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