Does Medicare Have An Out Of Pocket Max? Unlike Medicare Advantage Plans, Original Medicare (Part A and B) has no maximum out-of-pocket limit. To limit costs, you need a Medigap Plan. This article will dissect what Medicare covers, its out-of-pocket costs, and how to get more financial … [Read more...] about Medicare Out-of-Pocket Maximum in 2024
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Is Medicare Free For Everybody?
Many people mistakenly believe that Medicare is free for everybody, including when you turn age 65. After all, during the years we work, we pay Medicare taxes, right? Medicare is not free for everybody. Medicare is not free at age 65. And Medicare is not free for the disabled. Our taxes pay for … [Read more...] about Is Medicare Free For Everybody?
Paying for Drugs When You Have a Medigap Plan
For some people, the switch to Medicare is welcome. However, even with Medicare being universally available, Medicare coverage varies widely among individuals. If you look at Medicare Advantage plans, you already understand how many options exist. Most of these plans include prescription … [Read more...] about Paying for Drugs When You Have a Medigap Plan
What Is The Point of a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Original Medicare (Part A and B) does not provide enough coverage for many people. For instance, it doesn't cover routine vision, hearing, or dental care. And it only pays for about 80% of what it does cover. A Medicare Advantage plan aims to fill in some of the coverage gaps in Original … [Read more...] about What Is The Point of a Medicare Advantage Plan?
When Does Medicare Start? 7 Important Facts You Need to Know.
Medicare is the government medical insurance plan for older Americans and people with certain disabilities. As of 2022, more than 64 million Americans rely on Medicare for their primary health insurance needs. By the year 2032, this number will swell to nearly 80 million people. In this … [Read more...] about When Does Medicare Start? 7 Important Facts You Need to Know.
Medicare Mistake #8: Not Reviewing and Understanding Your Coverage
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
Medicare Mistake #5: Getting the Same Medicare Plan as Your Spouse
Medicare health insurance is a very personal product. And, other than a household discount from some Medicare supplement 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
Understanding Medicare in 4 Easy Steps
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 MedicareWire blog post, we'll break down the four main parts of … [Read more...] about Understanding Medicare in 4 Easy Steps
Medicare Star Ratings: What They Mean & How to Use Them
Have you ever wondered what the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) star ratings mean and how to use them to choose a health plan? In this MedicareWire 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...] about Medicare Star Ratings: What They Mean & How to Use Them
What Is Medicare Part G?
There are four different parts to the federal Medicare program. From its inception in 1965, it has been a government-run health insurance program for seniors aged 65 and people with disabilities and medical conditions. But, did you know it isn't all-inclusive care? That's where Medicare Plan G comes … [Read more...] about What Is Medicare Part G?
Does Medicare Cover Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screenings?
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 … [Read more...] about Does Medicare Cover Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screenings?