Thursday, January 13, 2022 Prices have been rising everywhere, and unfortunately Medicare is not going to be an exception to this trend. 2022 Medicare costs have been released and they are indeed rising. So what can you expect to pay? Let’s take a look. Part A (Hospital) Premium If you’ve worked 10 years or more: Free READ MORE >>
Thursday, December 9, 2021 Preventive services are an important component of a living a healthy lifestyle. Preventive services include things like exams, shots, screenings, and lab tests. They may also include health monitoring, counseling and education programs. Medicare Part B covers an annual Wellness visit and several other preventive services. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 12, 2021 Medicare telehealth services include office visits, psychotherapy, consultations and other health services conducted by the provider via phone, computer, or other audio/video device. These services allow patients to receive care without visiting the provider in person. READ MORE >>
Monday, October 18, 2021 Medicare Open Enrollment has arrived. Open Enrollment is when you can join, switch, or drop Medicare health plans and drug plans and it takes place from October 15th, 2021 to December 7th, 2021. As long as your plan request is received by December 7th, your Medicare coverage will begin on January 1st, 2022. READ MORE >>
Thursday, September 23, 2021Medicare Advantage plans are geared to cover gaps left by Original Medicare. While these plans combine coverage available by Original Medicare, they also include coverage for different health care needs you may face as you grow older. At their most basic policies, neither Original Medicare nor Medicare Advantage cover prescription drugs. READ MORE >>
Monday, September 13, 2021 As the COVID-19 pandemic unfortunately continues, many seniors are wondering what Medicare covers when it comes to Coronavirus. Today we take a look at this important topic to help bring some clarity for you. Medicare covers the following items related to COVID-19: READ MORE >>
Thursday, September 9, 2021If you’re approaching 65 years old, your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) for Medicare is around the corner. Medicare is a program that offers health insurance coverage to senior citizens that’s been paid for through the years they worked. READ MORE >>
Monday, August 16, 2021Prescription drugs are among the most common, recurring medical expense for most Americans. If you are over 65 years old, you can choose to enroll in Medicare and join a Medicare drug plan to help offset your prescription expenses. Understanding the Parts of Medicare READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 28, 2021Medicare is the main source of health insurance benefits for millions of senior citizens in America. Original Medicare is the primary government-supported health insurance program provided to most Americans when they turn 65 years old. READ MORE >>
Monday, June 28, 2021Many Americans choose to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, also known as Medicare Part C . These private policies, offered by numerous major insurance carriers, sometimes provide more expansive benefits—like dental, vision, and hearing aids—in addition to benefits offered by Original Medicare Parts A & B. READ MORE >>
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