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What Is a Single Premium Strategy?

A Single Premium strategy lets you make one lump-sum deposit and receive guaranteed interest, tax advantages, lifetime income options, a legacy for your loved ones, and protection from market loss. It’s a smart choice for people moving money from CDs, savings, old 401(k) rollovers, or excess cash who want safety, growth, and long-term financial stability.

Whether retirement is in your distant future, you’re nearing retirement, or you’re already retired, Single Premium Annuities and Single Premium Life Insurance can help you grow wealth safely and efficiently.

What is Medicare?

Medicare is a federal health insurance program accessible to individuals who are 65 years and older, as well as to those under 65 with specific disabilities or medical conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease.

It comprises various components, known as Parts A, B, C, and D, each designed to meet different healthcare requirements.

Original Medicare

Medicare Parts A and B are referred to as "Original Medicare".

These parts are managed by the federal government. Some individuals who receive Social Security benefits are automatically enrolled in Original Medicare while others need to apply for it as they approach their 65th birthday.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance)

Medicare Part A includes coverage for inpatient services in hospitals or skilled nursing facilities, as well as home health care and hospice care for patients with terminal illnesses.

Part A Cost

Deductible

You must first meet a Part A deductible before Part A helps with your covered medical expenses.

Options

There is no insurance premium for Part A if you or your spouse have paid into Social Security for a minimum of 10 years.

If not, you have the option to purchase Medicare Part A.

Copays

Copayments or cost-sharing might be required for certain services. This includes prolonged hospital or skilled nursing facility stays.

Coinsurance

Part A has coinsurance for:

• Inpatient hospital care lasting between 61-90 days total per benefit period.

• Inpatient mental health care lasting between 61-90 days total per benefit period.

• Skilled nursing care lasting between 21-100 days total per benefit period.

Coinsurance is also available for a limited number of additional days.

Explore Your Annuity Options

Annuities offer safe, predictable ways to grow your money and create income for retirement. Each type provides unique advantages depending on your goals whether you want guaranteed growth, lifetime income, or protection with upside potential.

Which type works best for you?

Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities
(MYGA)

  • Guaranteed fixed interest rates

  • 3–10 year terms

  • No market risk

  • Ideal for safe growth

Single Premium Immediate Annuities (SPIA)

  • Guaranteed income you can’t outlive

  • Lifetime or period-certain payouts

  • Retirement paycheck replacement

Equity Indexed Annuities

(EIA)

  • Growth tied to an index (S&P 500, etc.)

  • Downside protection

  • Optional lifetime income riders

Flexible Premium Annuities

  • Make additional contributions

  • Long-term tax-advantaged accumulation

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)

Medicare Part B provides coverage for doctor visits, durable medical equipment, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and various other outpatient services.

Part B Cost

Deductible

Similar to Part A, you must first meet an insurance deductible before Part B helps with your medical costs.

Copays

Copayments or cost-sharing might be required for certain services, such as those provided in an outpatient hospital setting

.

Coinsurance

You are responsible for 20 percent of the cost for certain medical services, including doctor visits, outpatient therapy, and durable medical equipment.

Preventative Care

Medicare-covered preventive care services, including annual wellness visits and mammograms for women, are fully covered. No deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance are required for these services.

Premium

Medicare Part B requires a monthly insurance premium, which depends on your enrollment timing and annual household income.This premium is typically deducted from Social Security benefits.

It is distinct from the premiums for Medigap, Medicare Advantage (Part C), or Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D).

Note about Medicare Part B Limits: Medicare Part B imposes annual limits on services for physical

therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology.

Explore Single Premium Life Insurance

Single Premium Life Insurance lets you make one deposit to create lifelong coverage, build cash value, and leave a tax-advantaged legacy.

Which option fits what you’re looking for?

Traditional Single Premium Whole Life

  • One deposit and a permanent policy

  • Instant estate creation

  • Cash value growth

  • Tax-free death benefit

Equity Indexed Single Premium Life

  • Index-linked growth

  • Accelerated living benefits (chronic/critical/terminal illness)

  • Long-term tax efficiency

Looking for a First-Class Insurance Partner?

Bateman Insurance Agency

National Producer Number: 978321

DISCLAIMER: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area.

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