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. (more…)
Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage; Which Plan is Right for You?
Medicare Supplement (Medigap) or Medicare Advantage? This is one of the most often-asked questions people have when talking about Medicare.
Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans are not the same. Medicare Supplements enhance Original Medicare while Medicare Advantage Plans replace Original Medicare. (more…)
Medicare Definitions
Medicare-speak can be very confusing. To help you understand Medicare jargon, listed below are some of the common terms and definitions used by Medicare and Medicare medical providers. (more…)
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, people want to know the difference between Medicare Supplement plan F and Medicare Supplement Plan G. (more…)
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. If you do not have other creditable coverage and you miss your enrollment deadline and are then assessed a late enrollment penalty, you cannot appeal on the basis that you did not know. (more…)
Medicare Late Enrollment Penalties
This is the second of two articles concerning Medicare Enrollment. This article discusses the penalties imposed by the federal government if you miss your Initial Enrollment Period. (more…)
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