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Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans: Max Out-of-Pocket vs. Deductible vs. Co-Pay

September 17, 2016

How much do people pay for Medicare?

If you’re about to retire or planning for your retirement, you might be considering a Medicare Advantage plan. These are private health plans offered by national and region health insurance companies and healthcare providers. They are similar to Obamacare plans and health coverage you get through your employers, but some features and terminology are a […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / medicare advantage, medicare part d, premiums

What Medicare Out-of-Pocket Costs Mean to You

June 11, 2014

Medicare Out of Pocket Costs

Out-of-pocket costs are those fees that you have to pay at the doctors office, hospital or pharmacy because they are not covered by your Medicare health insurance. Almost all healthcare plans have these expenses, but they vary according to what type of Medicare plan you choose. Your out-of-pocket costs are a financial risk. As with […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / coinsurance, copay, copayment, cost, deductible, health insurance, limits, medicare, medicare advantage, medicare supplement, medigap, Original Medicare, out-of-pocket costs, Part A, Part B, Part C, premiums

Is a Medicare MSA Plan Right For You?

June 9, 2014

Medicare Advantage MSA Health Insurance

MSA stands for Medical Savings Account.  It’s a type of health insurance plan that helps you set aside monies in a tax-free savings account to be used on your health care costs. If you’re familiar with Health Savings Accounts outside of Medicare, it’s a similar type of health plan. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / bank account, health insurance, health savings account, HSA, Medical Savings Account, medicare, medicare advantage, medicare part d, MSA, Original Medicare, Part C

Tips on Enrolling in Medicare for the First Time

June 6, 2014

Turning 65? You've got Medicare!

About ten thousand people a day turn 65 in the United States, making them eligible for Medicare health insurance. If you are about to turn 65 you might want to know what being Medicare eligible means to you and how you can best prepare. The most important thing to be aware of is your Initial Enrollment […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / 65th birthday, health insurance, Initial Enrollment Period, medicare, medicare advantage, medicare coverage, medicare enrollment, Original Medicare, senior, social security, Special Enrollment Period, turning 65

Medicare Code: Deciphering The Terminology

June 3, 2014

The four parts of Medicare explained.

Flooded by a sea of acronyms, technical terms, facts and figures  when you first explore Medicare, you might feel like putting up your hands and giving up. Don’t, because it isn’t as complicated as it first seems to be. In fact, once you get a handle on the basic terminology you will be well on […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / health insurance, HMO, mapd, medicare, medicare advantage, Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, parts, PFFS, plan, PPO, seniors, terminology

What are Air-Fluidized Beds and Who Needs One?

May 2, 2014

Anyone that has spent more than a week or two sick or injured in bed knows just how uncomfortable being bedridden can be.  Fortunately, there are solutions for patients that need bed sore relief, including air-fluidized beds. Air fluidized beds are therapy beds that provide an ideal healing environment for patients with compromised skin.  They […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / bed sores, dme, durable medical equipment, medical insurance, medicare advantage, medicare benefits, medicare coverage, medicare part b, medigap, Original Medicare, therapy bed

Does Medicare Cover Acupuncture?

May 2, 2014

Years ago I worked in a very high stress job that caused me to have severe headaches. However, the job came with a very unusual perk; We had a full-time acupuncturist on staff. Once a week I had a thirty minute session with Victor for treatments, including massage therapy, acupuncture, acupressure and electro-acupuncture. He helped […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / acupressure, acupuncture, alternative medicine, medical insurance, medicare advantage, medicare benefits, medicare coverage, medigap, Original Medicare

Does Medicare Cover Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screenings?

May 2, 2014

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a bulging, weakened area in the wall of the aorta resulting in an abnormal widening (ballooning) that’s in excess of 50 percent of the normal diameter.  Most arterial aneurysms form in the abdominal aorta below the kidneys. This is called an infrarenal aneurysm. Aneurysms frequently continue to increase in size […]

Article by David Bynon / What Does Medicare Cover? / aneurysm, health benefits, medical insurance, medicare advantage, medicare benefits, Original Medicare

When and How-to Enroll in Medicare

September 9, 2013

For most people Medicare enrollment is automatic. For some, enrollment terms vary depending on how and when you become eligible. Most people are automatically enrolled in Medicare when they reach age 65. This is when your Social Security benefits start.  If you live in the continental United States the Social Security Administration (SSA) kicks off […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / medicare advantage, medicare benefits, medicare coverage, medicare part a, medicare part b, medicare part d

How Much Does Medicare Cost?

September 9, 2013

Not everyone pays the same amount for their Medicare. If you have Medicare benefits, the amount you pay for your health insurance depends on how much you earn, the type of Medicare insurance you choose, and how much health care you require. Medicare has several parts, and each part has different costs. Plus, people earning […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / medicare advantage, medicare part a, medicare part b, medicare supplement plans

What is Medicare?

September 8, 2013

Medicare is health insurance for U.S. citizens and legal residents ages 65 and older.  Benefits are also available to people with certain disabilities, and those with kidney failure (End-Stage Renal Disease) or Lou Gehrig’s Disease.  The federal program was created in 1965 to help seniors pay for their health care expenses. It is the most […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / medicare advantage, medicare part a, medicare part b, medicare part d, medigap, Original Medicare

Does your Medicare healthcare strategy need a makeover?

August 25, 2012

Are you paying more than you should for your Medicare healthcare coverage?  According to Ellen E. Schultz at the Wall Street Journal, many seniors are over paying, not getting all of the coverage they need, or are simply confused by the variety of choices: In many cases, the problems stem from hasty decisions during their […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / medicare, medicare advantage, medigap, part d plans

Am I Required To Join A Medicare Drug Plan?

July 12, 2012

No, you are not required to join a Medicare drug plan- joining a drug plan is your choice.  However, to have Medicare help pay for your drugs, you must join a plan that provides Medicare prescription drug coverage.  These plans are run by an insurance company or other private company approved by Medicare. There are […]

Article by David Bynon / MedicareWire Blog / compare, mapd, medicare, medicare advantage, Part D, pdp, Prescription Drug Plan

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