For most people the standard monthly premium for Part B was $134.00 in 2018. That has increased to $135.50 for 2019. The standard monthly premium for Part B is $135.50 for individuals who: enroll in Part B for the first time in 2019; don’t get Social Security benefits; or are directly billed for Part B Read more about How much is Medicare Part B 2019?[…]
You’re over 65, have Medicare Part A for a while already, but you are covered through your (or your spouses) work plan, as an ACTIVE employee (and did not apply for Part B): (RETIRING) IF you HAVE coverage from an ACTIVE employer plan, on your own, or through your spouse, and you are eligible for Part Read more about Retiree Vs Retiring and Medicare Part B[…]
This was taken today 06/15/2016 from Medicare.gov’s website so that people who have Medicare and use Diabetic Testing Supplies, know how MEDICARE’S Mail Order works. Medicare’s National Mail-Order Program for diabetes testing supplies Medicare has a National Mail-Order Program for diabetes testing supplies (like test strips and lancets). No matter where you live, you’ll need Read more about Diabetic Testing Supplies From Medicare.Gov[…]
http://www.cahealthadvocates.org/news/insurance/2015/can-I-keep-medigap.html Here’s what you will read on that page: You not only can keep a Medigap Plan C or F if you have one, there is no legitimate reason for you to replace it.Rumors have been flying around about Medigap Plans C and F and whether people can keep them or have to give them up. Read more about Medicare Supplements Plan C & F are scheduled to cease to be offered[…]
Hey everyone, This is recent news regarding Medicare Supplements Plan C and Plan F. I have been attempting to keep up on the future of the plans, so that my clients know that if they want Plan F, or think they may one day want it, that they will want to get it before Read more about Medicare Supplement’s Plan C and F in 2020, and MACRA 2015[…]
Medicare Open Enrollment! This is when you will want to: Review your current coverage Learn how your current plan may look different for 2016 Review your drug coverage learn about and Compare your options! The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is when anyone that is eligible for Medicare can either enroll in or switch their Read more about Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare October 15th – December 7th 2015[…]
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[…]