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…)

Understanding Medicare Annual Election Period

The Difference Between Plan F and Plan GAs most Medicare recipients know, October 15 to December 7 is the Medicare Annual Election Period. 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…)

Medicare and Foreign Travel

Medicare and Foreign TravelLife is good! You’re enjoying your retirement. You have original Medicare along with a Medicare supplement plan and a Part D prescription drug plan. Medically all your bases are covered and you’ve decided that now would be a great time to take that dream vacation. Does Europe tempt you? How about Tahiti? A Caribbean cruise aboard luxury liner? (more…)