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Blog Posts Related to Medicare Advantage

On this page, you will find blog posts related to Medicare Advantage plans (Medicare Part C).

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How Much Do Medicare Advantage Plans Cost?

by David Bynon, May 28, 2021

How Much Do Medicare Advantage Plans Cost?

If you are new to Medicare, you might find the cost structure confusing. This is particularly true when it comes to 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).. So, in this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll do our best to demystify exactly how much Medicare Advantage plans cost. That way you will be able to compare plans to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: How Much Does Medicare Cost, Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Does Medicare Have a Maximum Out of Pocket Limit?

by David Bynon, May 26, 2021

Depending on the coverage selections you've made, your Medicare benefits may have low out-of-pocket costsOut-of-Pocket Costs for Medicare are the remaining costs that are not covered by the beneficiary's health insurance plan. These costs can come from the beneficiary's monthly premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments., high out-of-pocket costs, or even unlimited out-of-pocket expenses. In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll dissect your liability and how to get more coverage if you need it.

Key Takeaways … [Read more...]

Filed Under: How Much Does Medicare Cost, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Original Medicare Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Supplements, Original Medicare

What is the Difference Between Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement?

by David Bynon, May 25, 2021

What is the Difference Between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement

There are many differences between 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 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. (Medigap). In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll help you figure out if a Medicare Advantage plan is best for you or if you should keep your 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. and add a Medicare supplement policy for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements

What Does Medicare Advantage Cover? 7 Facts You Should Know.

by David Bynon, May 10, 2021

What does Medicare Advantage cover

By law, 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). must provide the same basic healthcare services for inpatient careInpatient care refers to care provided in a hospital or other inpatient facility. Inpatients are admitted and stay at least one night depending on their condition. and outpatient careOutpatient Care is medical care that does not require an overnight stay at the hospital. Medicare Part B provides coverage for Outpatient Care. as 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.. The similarities end there, so it's important to learn what private health plans cover and how to compare plans to find the best for your needs.

Key … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, What Does Medicare Cover

How Does Medicare Advantage Work?

by David Bynon, May 6, 2021

How Does Medicare Advantage Work?

If you have ever had a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plan or a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan through an employer or the Healthcare Exchange, you already have a pretty good idea about how 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). work. In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll explain what you need to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Original Medicare

What Medicare Advantage Plans Are Available In My Area?

by David Bynon, May 4, 2021

What Medicare Advantage Plans Are Available In My Area

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). are organized and sold county-by-county. The reason for this, versus national plans, is that most private health insurance use provider networks, which are local. In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll help you find plans in your area and give you tips to help you choose the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Understanding Medicare in 4 Easy Steps

by David Bynon, April 20, 2021

Understanding Medicare

If you are getting your Medicare benefits for the first time, the jargon may sound foreign, but you don't need Medicare for Dummies to figure it out. Once you learn the ABCs and D of Medicare, you'll be well on your way.

In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. blog post, we'll break down the four main parts of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: How Much Does Medicare Cost, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, Medicare Supplement Plans, Original Medicare Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplements, Original Medicare

When Can I Enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan?

by David Bynon, April 19, 2021

When Can I Enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan?

When Can You Sign Up For 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).?
Medicare Advantage (aka, Medicare Part CMedicare Part C is Medicare's private health plan option. Also known as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part C plans are a type of Medicare health plan offered by companies that contract with Medicare to provide all...) and Medicare Part DMedicare Part D plans are an option Medicare beneficiaries can use to get prescription drug coverage. Part D plans provide cost-sharing on covered medications in four different phases: deductible, initial coverage, coverage gap, and catastrophic. Each... plans have several different enrollment periodsEnrollment periods are designated time periods to enroll or disenroll from the various parts of Medicare. There are six Medicare enrollment periods.. The most well-known period is called the Annual Election Period, or AEP. It runs in the Fall from 15 October to 7 December. You'll want … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Is it Better to Have Medicare Advantage or Medigap?

by David Bynon, April 18, 2021

Is it Better to Have Medicare Advantage or Medigap?

Here are the five top reasons that it's better to have a Medicare Advantage planMedicare 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).:

Up-front costs (monthly premiumA 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. ) are generally lower.
You may have more doctor choices in Medicare Advantage.
Plans are required to take you regardless of your health condition.
If you have both Medicare … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Plans Tagged With: excess charges, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, Medigap, Original Medicare

How to Compare Medicare Advantage Plans

by David Bynon, April 9, 2021

How to Compare Medicare Advantage Plans

One of the more common questions we get here at MedicareWire is, "How do I choose a Medicare Advantage plan?" In this article, we'll go over some of the most important aspects of private health plans and what you should look for. We'll also offer seven tips to help you find the best plan and get the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Medicare Star Ratings: What They Mean & How to Use Them

by David Bynon, April 9, 2021

Have you ever wondered what the Centers for Medicare and MedicaidMedicaid is a public health insurance program that provides health care coverage to low-income families and individuals in the United States. Services (CMS) star ratings mean and how to use them to choose a health plan? In this MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. article, we'll cover what you need to know and explain how we use the CMS 5-star rating system to help you choose a plan with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Original Medicare

What Is Medicare Part F?

by David Bynon, March 12, 2021

The federal Medicare programMedicare is a federal health insurance program for people ages 65 and older and people with certain disabilities. is a series of lettered (A, B, C, and D) health insurance programs available to people, age 65 and older, and certain adults with qualifying disabilities. Medicare Part AMedicare Part A is hospital coverage for Medicare beneficiaries. It covers inpatient care in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. It also covers limited home healthcare services and hospice care. and Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Medicare Part B pays 80 percent of most medically necessary healthcare services. (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.) is provided directly by the government, whereas Medicare … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Supplement Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplements

Is CMS Biased in Favor of Medicare Advantage?

by David Bynon, November 15, 2020

While studying Medicare & You 2021: The official U.S. government Medicare handbook to look for changes coming in the new year (which you can download here), the MedicareWireMedicareWire is a Medicare insurance consulting agency. We founded MedicareWire after seeing and hearing how confusing and frustrating it is to find, understand, and choose a plan. Our services are free to the consumer. staff began noticing language and diagrams that it felt would bias readers. In fact, once you start looking for it, you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Brand New Day vs. 5-Star Kaiser Medicare Advantage in California

by David Bynon, October 16, 2020

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). expanded into dozens of new counties for the 2021 plan year. With the expansion in plans also came the news that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid ServicesThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is the U.S. Federal agency that runs the Medicare, Medicaid, and Children’s Health Insurance Programs. (CMS) increased the maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit to per year.

However, several companies, including Brand … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement: Which is Best for You?

by David Bynon, February 12, 2020

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. vs. Medicare AdvantageMedicare 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).: Which is Better?
Before 2003, when Medicare added the private health insurance option, known as Medicare Advantage, seniors only had two options: pay out-of-pocket or buy a Medicare supplement. Now there's anon-going debate as to which option is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Plans Tagged With: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements

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