Medicare on the Northshore
Across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans, Slidell connects to the South Shore by the I-10 Twin Span and to Mississippi by I-10 and I-59. Many residents see doctors locally, while others still travel into New Orleans or across the state line for specialists. That makes network rules an important part of choosing a plan.
Your local providers
Slidell residents often use Slidell Memorial Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center – Northshore, along with practices throughout eastern St. Tammany. If you see a specialist in New Orleans or in Mississippi, tell us — some plans handle cross-lake and out-of-state providers better than others.
HMO, PPO or Supplement?
If you want the freedom to see providers across state lines, a PPO-style Medicare Advantage plan or a Medicare Supplement may suit you better than an HMO. We explain how each option handles out-of-network care and what it could cost you in a typical year.
Storm-ready coverage
Slidell knows storm surge and evacuations. Keep copies of your insurance cards and medicine list in a waterproof bag, and ask your pharmacy about refills before a storm arrives. If a disaster is declared and you have to relocate, special rules may make it easier to get care or change plans. We're a phone call away if you need help sorting it out. You might also consider hospital indemnity coverage for extra cash during a hospital stay.
