I use this constantly when helping people understand the options available to them, when it comes to Medicare plans. It is an empowering tool. If you already have a plan, you can check to see how your medications look under that plan,and if perhaps another plan may be better suited. Keep in mind, if Read more about How to use Medicare.gov to help you find a plan[…]
Medicare.gov has really stepped up to the plate for people looking for more information about preventative services. I frequently use the www.medicare.gov website to keep current on the various preventative screenings and the timings for tests and such. There are a number of different preventative tests and screenings that Medicare covers besides Colonoscopies, and they each Read more about Colonoscopy and Medicare[…]
People often ask what to do when they lose their employer plan, and are under 65. At this point you can get a: Marketplace Plan (within 60 days of losing your existing coverage) For Marketplace plans, here in California, I typically refer people to www.coveredca.com. Others I would refer to www.healthcare.gov You can also call Read more about Not on Medicare and Losing your Job Based Insurance?[…]
Medicare’s open enrollment period, Oct 15th through Dec 7th this year. For those of you already on Medicare, this is your opportunity to see what the various plans are going to look like starting Jan 1 2016. During this period, you can switch from original Medicare to Medicare Advantage. If you already have a Medicare Read more about Why Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment should be important to you[…]