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Here you will find links to important information and articles regarding your health coverage options. We’re always standing by to take your calls if you need assistance.
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Here you will find links to important information and articles regarding your health coverage options. We’re always standing by to take your calls if you need assistance.
Search our site for specific information.
MEDICARE: AN OVERVIEW
/0 Comments/in Medicare /by CraigAt its core, Medicare is a basic health-insurance program provided by the federal government. Most Medicare recipients are seniors-people 65 or older. However, people with certain disabilities or illnesses can also qualify regardless of age. Because Medicare is administered by the federal government, there are no state-by-state eligibility requirements , although some benefits may vary depending on where you live.
Top 5 Medicare Supplement Companies
/0 Comments/in Medicare Supplements /by Ken BoeschWhen choosing a Medicare Supplement company, there are many things to consider. You will want to look at financial stability, policies in-force, customer service, and of course rates. For this list, we considered all the criteria mentioned. We also looked at total Medicare Supplement sales by each company for 2015, and the availability of plans offered by each company nationwide.
Medicare Supplement Plan F or Medicare Supplement Plan G
/0 Comments/in Medicare Supplements /by Ken BoeschDeciding between a Medicare Supplement Plan F or Medicare Supplement Plan G can be a tough decision for many seniors. To help, we’ll break down the differences between these two plans and clearly explain the reasons for choosing one type of coverage over the other.
Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period 2017
/0 Comments/in Medicare Advantage /by Ken BoeschThe Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period 2017, also know as MAPD starts on January 1st and ends on February 14th. During this time each year, Medicare-eligible seniors can make changes to their existing health insurance coverage. Here is a guideline to the changes you are able to make.
Annual Enrollment Period 2017
/0 Comments/in Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, Prescription Drug Plans /by Ken BoeschThe Annual Enrollment Period is the best time to check your current coverage against the competition. Any 2017 changes to your plan, such as rate increases, benefit reductions, and loss of specific drug coverage will be locked in when it’s over. Get a free no-obligation policy checkup.
Medicare Supplement Quiz
/0 Comments/in Medicare Supplements /by Ken BoeschThese 10 questions will test your Medicare Supplement knowledge. We designed the Medicare Supplement Quiz to be fun and informative. If you are trying to decide on the right coverage for you, this can help.
Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage Quiz
/1 Comment/in Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements /by Ken BoeschWith this simple quiz, we ask ten questions to help determine the best coverage based on your benefit preferences. The quiz is designed to be an entertaining way to learn about the differences between Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans.
Medicare Premium Increase in 2017
/1 Comment/in Medicare /by Ken BoeschThe Medicare Premium Increase in 2017 could be substantial when announced on October 1st. Projections have some seniors seeing increases as high as 22% on their Part B Premium. It is estimated 1 in 3 seniors could pay as much as $149 a month. There is also a reported increase of the Medicare Part B Deductible from $166 to $204.
Medicare Quiz
/1 Comment/in Medicare /by Ken BoeschThink you know Medicare? Take the Medicare Quiz and find out were you really stand. These 10 questions will test your knowledge of Medicare and your options.
How to Enroll in a Prescription Drug Plan
/0 Comments/in Prescription Drug Plans /by Ken BoeschYou can enroll in a Prescription Drug Plan due to changes made by The Medicare Prescription Drug Improvement and Modernization Act of 2003. The legislation created new drug coverage options for seniors eligible for Medicare.