Medicare Advantage Enrollment periods go by many names, and, you might be surprised to know, there’s more than one time of year when you can join and/or …
If you’re new to Medicare and considering Medicare Advantage Plans, then you might be wondering what exactly is covered by Medicare Advantage Plans and what makes one option better than another...
Understanding how all the parts of Medicare coverage work can be challenging to understand at first. Medicare Part D may be one of the most challenging because of the wide variances in coverage and costs from one plan to another. Here’s what you need to know to understand how Medicare Part D coverage works. What […]
Once you’ve decided you’re ready to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan or make changes to your existing plan, it still may not be as easy as simply applying. Like all Medicare plans, you can only enroll or make changes during certain periods throughout the year. It’s important that you are familiar with all […]
Need a Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, but don’t know where to start? The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently redesigned their Medicare Plan Finder tool to make shopping for a Medicare Part D Plan as simple as possible. You can log in to your Medicare account for a more personalized experience, […]
Donuts are a great sweet treat - unless you’re a Medicare Part D beneficiary. Medicare Part D beneficiaries have been dealing with the donut hole since the Medicare Part D program began in 2006. However, recent legislation through the Affordable Care Act has made your time in the donut hole a little easier to digest. […]
The process of comparing Medicare Part D prescription drug plans can be stressful. Luckily, the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has created a Medicare Plan Finder Tool that can help you find plans available in your service area and compare plan details, such as formularies and costs, side by side. Each Medicare Part […]
Reaching retirement age can be an exciting stage of life, but it can be overwhelming to navigate changes in your insurance coverage. Medicare is the government health insurance program that provides healthcare coverage for individuals 65 and older. Medicare Part A and Part B provide hospital and medical insurance, but what about drug coverage? Medicare […]
If you’re new to Medicare Advantage plans, or maybe you’re considering switching your current plan, you might have some questions about Medicare Advantage Enrollment periods. You’re not alone! Medicare Advantage Enrollment periods go by many names, and, you might be surprised to know, there’s more than one time of year when you can join and/or […]
Are you new to Medicare and wondering about eligibility? Medicare can be confusing, overwhelming, and difficult to understand – for anyone. If you're currently trying to figure all this out and wondering the best ways to go about a Medicare eligibility check for different Medicare plans, don’t worry. While it can seem like a lot […]
If you’re new to Medicare and considering Medicare Supplement Plans, then you might be wondering what exactly is covered by Medicare Supplement Plans and what might make one option better than another. Medicare Supplement Plans combine with original Medicare plans to "fill in the gaps" of traditional Medicare coverage. While similar to Medicare Advantage Plans […]
If you’re new to Medicare and considering Medicare Advantage Plans, then you might be wondering what exactly is covered by Medicare Advantage Plans and what makes one option better than another. Medicare (Original Medicare) has many parts - A for Hospital Insurance, B for Medical Insurance, and D for Prescription Drug Coverage. Medicare Advantage Plans […]
