Swogger, Bruce & Millar Law Firm, P.C. The deadline to pick a Medicare supplement or "Medigap" policy is fast approaching. December 7th is the last day to choose a policy during the annual open enrollment and December 15th is the last day to get a subsidy for all of 2017. Many Traverse City seniors have been shocked by the rate increases to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Medigap policies, including the popular Medigap Legacy Plan C. The rates have been frozen for 5-years and have been the same for all demographics. Now rates will be based largely on age, sex and residence. The rates will increase from $122.86 per month to up to $315.00 per month The Michigan Health Endowment Fund will now administer the subsidy program. You are eligible for a subsidy if: (1) your household income is below 150% of the federal poverty level, (2) you qualify for Medicare, (3) you have a qualifying Medigap policy and (4) are a Michigan resident. You do not get a subsidy if you are on