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Everything you need to know about Medicare's Annual Election Period (AEP) dates, costs, eligibility, and opportunities to change your Medicare insurance coverage this Fall.
What’s in this 2021 Medicare AEP guide?
When is Medicare Open Enrollment for 2021 Coverage?
How to Enroll in … [Read more...]
Medicare Advantage plans 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 Services (CMS) increased the maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit from $6,700 to $7,550 per year.
However, several … [Read more...]
Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage: 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...]
In this MedicareWire article, we’ll do our best to help you understand which type of Medicare insurance is right for you. Our Medicare system is full of options, and deciding between Medicare Advantage and a Medicare Supplement plan is a big decision.
Comparing Medicare Advantage and Medigap … [Read more...]
It has long been assumed that Medicare Advantage plans are the way to go if you need a low monthly premium. The risk trade-off, of course, is higher out of pocket costs until you reach the annual spending limit. However, the premiums are so low on most of the basic plans that many seniors wonder, … [Read more...]
When first implemented in 2006, Medicare Part D plans had a built-in gap in coverage. During this coverage gap (aka, "Donut Hole") drug plans paid nothing toward the cost of your medications. But that's no longer the case.
In 2012, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) implemented a phase-in of … [Read more...]
I received a notice that my Medicare Advantage plan won't be available in 2019. What do I need to do?
This year, thousands of seniors received a notice from their Medicare Advantage (MA) plan telling them that the insurance carrier will no longer be offering coverage in their area. If you … [Read more...]
How much is Medicare Part D coverage?
What you pay for a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) depends on the plan you choose.
In addition to the monthly premium, you also pay an annual deductible and co-pays at the pharmacy.
To get prescription coverage, a beneficiary must join a … [Read more...]
How much does Medicare Advantage cost?
Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) have a monthly premium that's in addition to your Medicare Part B premium.
Many plans have a $0 cost. This simply means that your Medicare Part B premium covers the full amount.
Some plans charge an additional … [Read more...]
How much does Medicare Part B cost?
Like other types of health insurance, Medicare Part B has a monthly premium.
The amount you pay for Medicare Part B is based on your income.
Most beneficiaries pay the standard amount of $134 per month (2017 rate)
Medicare Part B is free for people … [Read more...]
