Many of you have seen Medicare related commercials lately. The ones I have been hearing about from clients are those that say something to the effect of “Call and see if you qualify for extra services, like $144 back each month” or You could also qualify for a $0 premium plan with extra benefits like Read more about Commercials and my opinion[…]
This information is NOT intended for those on GROUP retiree plans, or other Group plans, who wish to KEEP those plans. It is for those of you on individual Medicare. The Open Enrollment Period Starts Oct 15th 2017 and continues till Dec 7th 2017. This is when those of you with individual Medicare Advantage Read more about Medicare Open Enrollment[…]
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?[…]
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[…]
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[…]
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[…]