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Medicare Part A and Part B provide the exact same benefits for all Medicare beneficiaries throughout the country no matter their age or location. Why is it, then, that premiums for that coverage can vary greatly? High-Income Levels Mean Higher Premiums Higher premium rates apply to individuals who have incomes…
With the right Medicare plan and supplements, getting health care coverage should be easy. If you’ve ever had a claim denied, however, you know that Medicare doesn’t always work that smoothly. Find out how to file a Medicare claim and navigate the appeals process successfully. When to File a Medicare…
“17% of all Medicare beneficiaries are under 65 years old.” -Kaiser Family Foundation According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, almost one in six Medicare-eligible Americans are under age 65. That means that almost eight million Americans have permanent disabilities that enable them to receive Medicare under the age of 65.…
Medigap Plan F review When choosing a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan and conducting Medicare research, you may have heard that Medicare Supplement Plan F is the best plan. Is this actually the case? Is Medigap Plan F the best plan and, if so, is it the best plan for you?…
With 10 different options to consider, finding the ideal Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan can be a daunting task. How do you weigh the choices? Find out how to choose a Medicare Supplement plan that’s right for you. Medicare Supplement Insurance Basics Before you start browsing plans, make sure you know…
Whether you’ve already decided on a Medicare Supplement insurance policy or you’re still weighing your options, you have to purchase your plan at the right time. Learn everything you need to know about Medicare Supplement user rights, and discover the key differences between Medicare Supplement Open Enrollment vs. Guaranteed Issue.…
There are various Medicare enrollment periods allotted each year. Discover all you need to know about the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, or “AEP”, which lasts from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 each year. In this article, Medicare recipients and prospective members will learn the basics of AEP and the changes…
Original Medicare – Part A and B – still stands today, but alone it is not enough for most beneficiaries. Many members expand their coverage by enrolling in a Medicare plan. Currently, there are two options available: Medicare Supplement (also known as Medigap) and Medicare Advantage. These plans assist in…
When you hear about Medicare penalties, there are two relevant Medicare programs that may come to mind: Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D. You may have known that enrolling late yields higher costs, but in certain cases, they can be permanent. In the case of Part D, there is…
You may find yourself facing a hospital stay, but the experience can be much worse when it comes with a case of bill shock. Make sure you understand how costs vary for inpatient and outpatient hospital stays and what you can expect to pay. Inpatient vs Outpatient: Differences The amount…
