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by David Bynon,
Two of the most common questions we get here at MedicareWire are, "Are Medicare Advantage plans bad?", and "What are the advantages and disadvantages of Medicare Advantage plans?" If you're trying to figure out if the private health plan option is right for you, read on.
In this article, we'll … [Read more...] about Why Medicare Advantage Plans are Bad: 7 Top Complaints
by Ethan Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Andrew Bynon
Original MedicareOriginal Medicare is private fee-for-service health insurance for people on Medicare. It has two parts. Part A is hospital coverage. Part B is medical coverage. covers medically necessaryServices or supplies that are needed for the diagnosis or treatment of your medical condition and meet accepted standards of medical practice. health services, which does not include gym memberships or other types of fitness services. That's a shame because regular exercise benefits overall health, both physical and emotional. Fortunately, many private Medicare plans do cover fitness programs … [Read more...] about Does Medicare Cover Gym Memberships?
by Ethan Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Andrew Bynon
Prescription medications can be difficult to keep up with financially, especially when needed to treat a chronic condition, like diabetes. Insulin in particular has suffered from skyrocketing prices over the past few years. Fortunately, as of January 2021, Medicare introduced the Senior Savings … [Read more...] about Does Medicare Cover Insulin?
by Ethan Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Andrew Bynon
There is no way to sugarcoat it. A hospital inpatient stay can be very expensive. When enrolling in Medicare for the first time or switching coverage, one of the first questions you might have is "will Medicare cover my hospital stay?"
Yes! Medicare provides coverage for the majority of hospital … [Read more...] about Does Medicare Cover Hospital Stays?
by David Bynon,
If you are wondering, "do I really need supplemental insurance with Medicare or is it a waste of money?", you're in the right place.
For most people, Medicare supplement insuranceMedicare Supplements are additional insurance policies that Medicare beneficiaries can purchase to cover the gaps in their Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) health insurance coverage. (aka, Medigap) is worth every penny. It is not a waste of money. And it offers many valuable benefits.
In this … [Read more...] about Are Medicare Supplement Plans Worth It?
by David Bynon,
Medicare Has PremiumsA premium is an amount that an insurance policyholder must pay for coverage. Premiums are typically paid on a monthly basis. In the federal Medicare program, there are four different types of premiums. , DeductiblesA deductible is an amount a beneficiary must pay for their health care expenses before the health insurance policy begins to pay its share., CopaymentsA copayment, also known as a copay, is a set dollar amount you are required to pay for a medical service., CoinsuranceCoinsurance is a percentage of the total you are required to pay for a medical service. , and Other Costs.
Many people make the mistake of thinking that Medicare, the federal government's health insurance program for people age 65 and older, will pay for everything related to their health care. Unfortunately, it doesn’t. The … [Read more...] about How Much Does Medicare Cost?
by David Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Ethan Bynon
In Medicare Mistake #8 we explained the importance of understanding your coverage and reviewing it annually. In this installment of our Medicare Mistakes Series, we want to explain how costly it can be to go out of network in most Medicare Advantage plansMedicare Advantage (MA), also known as Medicare Part C, are health plans from private insurance companies that are available to people eligible for Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B)., and what you can do about it.
Key … [Read more...] about Medicare Mistake #9: Going Out-of-Network in Your Medicare Advantage Plan
by David Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Ethan Bynon
In Medicare Mistake #5 we talked about why the best plan for your spouse or friend might not be the best plan for you. In this Medicare Mistakes article, we'll address the importance of reviewing and understanding your coverage to make sure you're actually getting what you need.
Key Takeaways … [Read more...] about Medicare Mistake #8: Not Reviewing and Understanding Your Coverage
by David Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Ethan Bynon
Medicare health insurance is a very personal product. And, other than a household discount from some Medicare supplementMedicare Supplements are additional insurance policies that Medicare beneficiaries can purchase to cover the gaps in their Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) health insurance coverage. companies, there are no discounts for choosing the same plan as your spouse. In this, the fifth article in our Medicare Mistakes Series, we'll cover why buying the same coverage … [Read more...] about Medicare Mistake #5: Getting the Same Medicare Plan as Your Spouse
by David Bynon, — fact checkedA qualified researcher has reviewed the content on this page to ensure it is factually accurate, meets current industry standards, and helps readers achieve a better understanding of Medicare health insurance and Medicare coverage topics. by Ethan Bynon
If you are a healthy senior, choosing a Medicare plan at age 65 is relatively straightforward. But what if you have chronic health issues? In the fourth article of our Medicare Mistakes Series, we'll address this very important issue.
Key Takeaways
Original MedicareOriginal Medicare is private fee-for-service health insurance for people on Medicare. It has two parts. Part A is hospital coverage. Part B is medical coverage. does not cover routine … [Read more...] about Medicare Mistake #4: Joining a Medicare Advantage Plan at Age 65 if You Have Chronic Health Conditions
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