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Seniors, Moving and Medicare: What You Need to Know
Now that you are retired, you might have decided that you are ready to leave the hustle and the bustle of the big city behind and move to that small quiet town you have always dreamed of. Say you are living in Denver and decided that you would like to live in a small...
Captive Agents vs Independent
Captive Agent vs Independent Agent – What is the Difference? I specialize in Medicare Supplement (also known as Medigap) plans for seniors in Colorado and represent all Medicare Supplement Plan types. Medicare Supplement plans help pay all or some of the costs...
Medicare Supplement Plans Colorado
I specialize in Medicare Supplements (also known as Medigap) plans for seniors in Colorado and represent all Medicare Supplement Plan types. Medicare Supplements help pay some of the cost-Original Medicare does not cover. Receive no-cost Medicare advice from an...
Colorado: A Great Place to Retire
I moved to Colorado in 1974 and immediately fell in love with the Centennial State. I have always known that Colorado was a great place to live, especially for people who enjoy the great outdoors. It’s hard to beat hiking in the Colorado high country during the summer...
Medicare Supplements and Pre-Existing Conditions
Lately, I have had people asking me about enrolling in a Medicare Supplement plan when they have a pre-existing condition. They want to know can they get coverage and if they can, if it will affect their rates. First off, know that yes, you can enroll in a Medicare...
Beware of Medicare Scams
A few months ago, I posted about the new Medicare cards that will begin being mailed in April 2018. The new cards will no longer contain our social security number and will be replaced with what is called a Medicare Beneficiary Number or MBI. The change is part of the...
Why Choose a Medicare Supplement Plan?
As you already may know, Original Medicare (Medicare Part A & B) does not pay all hospital or doctor costs. Additionally, Original Medicare has no maximum on out-of-pocket costs. The Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) deductible for 2020 is $1,408.00 per benefit...
Nine Things to Know About Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap)
Medicare Supplements are plans offered by private insurance companies that help pay some or all of the deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments that Original Medicare does not pay. Some Medicare Supplements will also offer coverage for medical care that is not covered...
Medicare Preventive Services
As most of us already know, the best way to stay healthy is by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle includes eating well, exercise, not smoking, and maintaining a healthy weight. Medicare can help you live healthier by paying all or part of preventive...
The Basics of Medicare
Medicare is health insurance for people age 65 or older and people under 65 with certain disabilities
Different Parts of Medicare
Here is a brief video from CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services) with an explanation of the different parts of Medicare. This is very basic information please call or email me if you have any questions. NOTE Please note when this video is finished playing...
Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage; Which Plan is Right for You?
Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement; Which Plan is Right for You?
Medicare Definitions
Medicare-speak can be very confusing. To help you understand the terminology, here are some of the more common terms and definitions used by Medicare and medical providers.
Medicare Supplement Plan F vs Plan G: Do you Know the Differences?
You probably have heard that as of January 1, 2020, Medicare Supplement Plan F will no longer be available to people aging into Medicare. Because of this change, many want to know the difference between Medicare supplement plans F and G.
Enrolling in Medicare
If you are not already receiving Railroad Retirement or Social Security benefits at age 65, you will not be notified when it is time for you to enroll in Medicare.