AARP is a membership organization for people older than 50. The organization lobbies for seniors and negotiates rates with insurance companies to offer members discounts and groups benefits. AARP is not an insurance company but recommends various plans to its members. AARP represents its members in Washington and at insurance-industry events to impact health care policy and to find additional health care benefits for its members.
The nonprofit organization negotiates with insurance carriers to provide dental coverage to its members at rates that might not be available to individuals.
Gap Coverage
AARP health insurance can fill the gap between what Medicare pays and what is covered by a retirement policy.
UnitedHealthcare
AARP recommends health insurance for self-employed seniors through Secure Horizons, which is underwritten by UnitedHealthcare.
Aetna
Major medical health insurance policies are available at reduced rates for AARP members through Aetna.
Forums
Members share their health concerns online through AARP forums. Newsletters, books and regular health features also are available through the group's website.
Discounts
AARP has worked out discounts on health products, gym memberships and prescriptions for members through online and retail establishments.
