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Monday, June 14, 2021 Is Medicare Free? I’ve talked with many people who thought it was. Assuming that Medicare is free can spoil your retirement plans if you’re not aware of the cost. Medicare cost include monthly premiums, copays, coinsurance and often deductibles. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 30, 2021 What Home Health Services Does Medicare Cover? One of the most asked questions I get regarding Medicare benefits is "what Home Health Services are covered by Medicare". Must everyone I know would rather recover at home from an illness, injury or surgery to an extended hospital or nursing home stay. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, April 28, 2021How Do I Go About Enrolling in Medicare Part A and B? If Medicare is going to be your primary health insurance in the near future, you want to know how the enrollment process works. Common questions I’m asked regarding Medicare are “when do I enroll?”, “how do I enroll? READ MORE >>
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 Enrolling in Medicare If Working Past Age 65 Do you have to enroll in Medicare at age 65 if you plan on continuing to work? Your choice to delay or start Medicare at age 65 will depend upon your company’s size and what kind of health benefits you have and want to have moving forward. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Once the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available, here's what you should know You will need 2 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for it to be effective. When you receive your first dose, make sure to schedule your second dose. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 16, 2020Do You Need Medicare Part A and Part B? I had a conversation with a friend yesterday who asked me why he needed insurance beyond original Medicare Part A and Part B. He was questioning just why he would need any additional insurance since he was already paying a monthly premium for to Medicare (His Part B is $144. READ MORE >>
Monday, September 28, 2020This is long but well worth reading and paying attention to. I didn't write it, but it comes from a trusted source: justgreatlawyers.com/ Legal Resources and Considerations for Seniors and Persons with Special Needs When it comes to identifying vulnerable populations in our community, some of the more overlooked groups are the elderly and disabled. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, August 26, 2020 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for those with Medicare Advantage (MA plans) and Prescription Drug Plans (Part D) begins in less than two months. The AEP, or annual “open enrollment” runs between October 15th and December 7th. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, July 28, 2020 Plan F – Moving Forward You may want to consider moving away from the Medicare Supplement Plan F that you love to a Plan G or Plan N if “value” and premium saving are important to you. I will explain why by reviewing the status of Plan F in 2020 and looking at the future trajectory of Plan F premiums. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 How to enroll in Medicare if you are turning 65 Most people become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65. Your Medicare enrollment steps will differ depending on whether or not you are collecting Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits when you enter your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) upon turning 65. READ MORE >>
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