Here are the simplest, most common, and actionable top 10 "New-to-Medicare" tips you can take action on right now. Tip #1: Enroll on time so you don't get a penalty. One of the most asked questions I hear is, "Do I have to enroll in Medicare when I become eligible?" You might be wondering this, especially if you're still working. If you Read More >
New Changes to Medicare Premiums and Deductibles
Will the changes to Medicare affect YOU in 2017? Read on to find out the exact changes you'll see in 2017, and how these changes may or may not affect you based on the plan(s) you have. Medicare Premium changes Premiums are based on taxable income. Here are the new parameters for 2017 that determine what you'll pay (for those NEW to Read More >
Medicare 101: How to Choose A Plan (Part 5 of 5)
Congrats, you reached Part 5! Now that you know what Medicare is, which coverage options exist, and the difference between Medigap policies and Medicare Advantage, it's time to bring it all together! HOW do you choose what coverage option is right for you on Medicare? Maybe while reading parts 1-4, you pretty much knew somewhere along the line Read More >
Medicare 101: All About Medicare Advantage (Part 4 of 5)
You may not realize that most of the medicare mail you get is probably for Medicare Advantage Plans. The insurance companies promote certain benefits, but these mailers don't always tell the whole story. So what exactly is a Medicare Advantage Plan? I'm going to break it down in simple terms you can understand. What is Medicare Read More >
Medicare 101: Explanation of Medigap Plans (Part 3 of 5)
This guide will look closer at Medigap plans (also referred to as Medicare Supplements), so you will know the most important facts to consider when making a decision to supplement your Medicare. We already talked about the two main paths you can take once you have Medicare Parts A & B, in Part 2 of this series: Option 1: Keep Original Read More >