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Turning 65?
Are you turning 65 soon? Are you looking for some answers on what you need to do first to take full advantage of your Medicare options? We have out...
Are All Medicare Supplements Created Equal?
How do I choose a Medicare Supplement plan that will best fit my needs? What carrier has the best Medicare Supplement? These are just some of the questions that we hear from our clients. Health Insurance that you can purchase before you are eligible for Medicare is much different from Original Medicare. When you are sifting through your Medicare options It can be confusing and you might not know which plan is the “best” or which plan would be the best for YOU. We can help! In this blog we are going to talk about, “What are Medicare Supplements?”, “What plan and carrier to choose when you are deciding on a Medicare Supplement.”, and most importantly “Are all Medicare Supplements created equal?”
Guaranteed Issue Medicare Rights
Did you know you may qualify for a Guaranteed Issue Medicare Right if your employer coverage is considered creditable? Each year there is a greater percentage of employed seniors that are eligible for Medicare and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics it grows each year. Though we don’t know what the future holds… from past experiences things are only getting more expensive so seniors are compensating and working longer and are on group coverage longer.
Medicare Changes 2017
If you're looking for answers to your Medicare questions, look no further. Today, I am going to write about the Medicare changes for 2017. This may stir up some additional questions in your mind. Please give us a call and one of our licensed advisors will be happy to answer any and all of your questions! Our number is (877) 759-5760.
Medicare Supplement Plan Comparison
If you've found this article, chances are you are doing your homework on your Medicare Supplement plan comparisons. Look no further! We developed a tool for you to use to show instant rates in your area so you can compare all of the Medicare Supplement plans. You can find this tool by clicking HERE.
The Best Medicare Supplement
Our clients often ask us, "What is the BEST Medicare supplement?" And that answer truly varies depending on the needs of the person asking. So, to answer that question for you, we like to dig a little deeper by asking you some questions. The question we are ultimately trying to answer is "What is the BEST Medicare Supplement for YOU?"
Med Supp Plan F
When people think of Medicare Supplements, usually the first plan that you will hear them talk about is a Medicare Supplement Plan F. Why? This plan offers first dollar coverage and there is no out of pocket cost as long as Medicare picks up its 80%. But did you know that there are significant savings with plans outside of the popular Medicare Supplement Plan F? Let's take a look at some current facts.
2016 Medicare Open Enrollment Period
Well, we are 11 days into the Medicare Open Enrollment Period for the 2016 plan year. We have received many phone calls already and we are so happy to have the honor to help seniors through this fast paced enrollment window. Remember, the last day of the 2016 Medicare Open Enrollment Period is Monday, December 7th.
Medicare Supplement Rate Decrease
Over the last couple of months, American Continental & Continental Life, companies of Aetna, decreased their Medicare Supplement rates for Plan G! The decrease ranges from 4 - 22% across several states. This is exciting news for Medicare eligible individuals! The states that have recently reduced their Medicare Supplement rates are Arizona, Idaho, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wyoming.
Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period
Are you unhappy with your Medicare Advantage plan? Did you know that the Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period (MAPD) is January 1st - February 14th every year? If you are unhappy with your plan, you can disenroll during this time and return to Original Medicare (you cannot switch to another Medicare Advantage plan at this time, but you can enroll in a Part D stand-alone drug plan). If you miss this period, your next opportunity to change your plan is during the Annual Enrollment Period which is October 15th - December 7th of each year.
Medicare Open Enrollment 2015
It is the peak season for Medicare beneficiaries! Medicare Open Enrollment, aka Annual Election Period, is October 15th - December 7th. During this time, you can review your 2015 options for certain products.
Emergency Preparedness
With the recent tornadoes that hit the Southeast and current stormy weather, it is good to have an Emergency Supply Kit ready to go in case disaster strikes. Here are some items you will need to make sure are handy:
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