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Original Medicare basics Starting the Medicare process can be overwhelming. To help you understand what to expect during the Medicare decision-making process, let’s start with the basics. Medicare is a social insurance program administered by the Federal Government. Mostly offered to those 65 years of age and older, Medicare has…
Medicare Part D basics Original Medicare does not cover or subsidize the cost of prescription drugs. Medicare Part D, also called Prescription Drug Plans or “PDP”, is a Medicare program designed to help seniors finance the rising costs of prescription drugs and premiums. What it covers Medicare Part D encompasses…
Medicare Advantage basics In general, people have two options for core Medicare benefits: Original Medicare (often supplemented with a Medicare Supplement plan) or Medicare Advantage. Medicare Advantage plans, also called Medicare Part C or “MA plans”, are considered to be all-in-one health care insurance solutions. What it covers Medicare Advantage…
Medicare Supplement Insurance basics Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) covers most, but not all, of the health care costs you may face. Medicare Supplement Insurance, also called “Medigap”, helps fill the “gaps” in coverage to mitigate costs and offers Medicare beneficiaries peace of mind. What Medicare Supplement Plans…
If you’re approaching Medicare eligibility, start here. This infographic can get you up to speed on everything you need to know before starting Medicare.
One of the biggest concerns that customers have when negotiating their health insurance options is the cost of prescription drugs. They are constantly trying to learn about prescription drug savings so that their medication is less of a financial burden on their lives. It’s no surprise that people want to…
While Medicare Advantage prices do not tend to vary from person to person, there can be significant variation in the monthly premiums for Medicare Supplement plans. Read on to understand some of the factors that can impact the price you’ll pay for a Medicare Supplement plan. 1. Your age Age…
You are a Medicare recipient and are outside of your Medigap Open Enrollment Period (the first six months of being 65 AND having Part B of Medicare), and you either have no additional policy, a Medicare Advantage program, or a Medicare Supplement plan. You want to change your plan or…
With so many Medigap plans to consider and countless Medicare Supplement Insurance companies to compare, choosing the right coverage can be difficult. Fortunately, finding and purchasing a Medigap plan is easier with the help of a Medicare Supplement Insurance agent. Here are five reasons to consider working with one. 1.…
When it comes to Medicare Supplement Insurance coverage, one plan option is considered the most popular. In fact, two-thirds of Medicare enrollees who purchase a Medigap plan opt for Plan F. Discover the benefits of Medigap Plan F and why this policy is so popular among baby boomers. 1. Medicare…
