Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods

Below is a short video from CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) about the Medicare Enrollment Periods. The explanation is straightforward but one item they fail to make clear is Part B enrollment if you plan to work past 65. (more…)

Medicare Open Enrollment

Here is a short video from the folks at CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) about Medicare Open Enrollment. Most Medicare recipients know that October 15 to December 7 is the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP). During this time, you may make changes to your Medicare Advantage or Medicare prescription drug plan. Any changes made during this time will take effect on January 1. (more…)

Veterans and Medicare

Veterans and Medicare Are you a retired service member enrolled in Tricare or are you a veteran eligible for VA health care? First, from one veteran to another, thank you for your service to our country. (more…)