New FAQs
- How has the Inflation Reduction Act affected Medicare enrollees?
- How does a Medicare flex card work?
- Does Medicare cover durable medical equipment (DME)?
- Do you need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if you have other coverage?
- Do I have to stop HSA contributions before my Medicare coverage starts?
- Why do some eligible seniors not sign up for Medicare Part A at age 65?
- Do I need to report the death of a Medicare beneficiary?
- How does Medicare cover vision services and treatment?
- How will my costs be affected by inpatient or observation status?
- Will Medicare cover asthma and other breathing conditions?
- Is audio-only the future of telehealth for Medicare enrollees?
- What questions should Medicare patients ask before they’re discharged from the hospital?
- Does Medicare cover Alzheimer’s care?
- Does Medicare cover memory care and dementia care?
- Does Medicare cover Ozempic and other drugs prescribed for weight loss?
Important info about 2025 & 2026 coverage
- How are Medicare benefits changing for 2026?
- Can I still make changes to my Medicare coverage for 2025?
- When is Medicare Open Enrollment for 2026 coverage?
- What’s happening with the Medicare donut hole in 2025?
Enrollment and plan changes
- Are you eligible for a Medicare special enrollment period?
- What happens if you miss Medicare open enrollment?
- How soon after I enroll will my Medicare benefits begin?
- If I have retiree coverage through the FEHB, do I need to enroll in Medicare?
- When is the best time to enroll in Medicare?
- Who can help me enroll in a Medicare plan?
- Can I get a Medicare late-enrollment penalty removed?
- What is the Medicare phone number and when should I use it?
- Is there a best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan?
- Is Medicare open enrollment for everyone?
- Is it a good idea to enroll in Medicare before I sign up for Social Security?
- What information do I need to enroll in Medicare online?
- Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I'm still working?
- How do I change my Medicare coverage?
- Are there specific steps I should take to prepare for enrollment in Medicare?
- Will my Medicare coverage follow me if I move out of the state?
- Can I be enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid at the same time?
Eligibility for Medicare coverage
- How do I know if I’m eligible for a Medicare supplement (Medigap) plan?
- Can I enroll in Medicare if I have a health savings account (HSA)?
- Do I need to be on Social Security to get Medicare coverage?
- How do I qualify for Medicare's Extra Help?
- Can recent immigrants to the United States get health coverage if they're over 65?
- How do I know if I'm eligible for a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Plan?
- Am I eligible for Medicare health coverage?
Choosing the right Medicare plan
- My wife is retiring and I'm losing the coverage I had through her employer. What are my options until I'm eligible for Medicare?
- Is it a good idea for couples to choose the same Medicare insurance plan?
- Which Medicare Part D prescription drug plan should I choose?
- What's the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
- What are Medigap plans and how do they work?
- Is Medicare's coverage as good as my employer-sponsored insurance?
What you'll pay for Medicare coverage
- How do Medicare Savings Programs help with Medicare costs?
- How does the ‘hold harmless’ provision protect beneficiaries from Medicare Part B premium increases?
- How does Medicare’s two-midnight rule affect my hospital bills?
- What happens when you don’t pay your Medicare premiums?
- How do my Medicare prescription drug costs in 2023 compare with 2022?
- What does Original Medicare cost?
- Is there help for me if I can't afford Medicare's premiums?
- How will my costs be affected by inpatient or observation status?
- Can you deduct Medicare premiums on your tax return?
- How much does the average Medicare beneficiary pay out of pocket for medical expenses?
- What kind of out-of-pocket expenses do Medicare supplements cover?
- Is there help for me if I can't afford Medicare's premiums?
What Medicare covers / benefits
- How does Medicare cover mental health services?
- Does Medicare cover hospice care?
- Does Medicare cover the COVID vaccine and boosters?
- Does Medicare cover the shingles vaccine?
- How did the Inflation Reduction Act improve Medicare coverage for diabetes treatment?
- Will Medicare cover the cost of wheelchairs and walkers?
- Does Medicare cover substance use treatment?
- Does Medicare cover ambulance services?
- Will Medicare cover asthma and other breathing conditions?
- Does Medicare cover hearing aids?
- How does Medicare cover vision services and treatment?
- Does Medicare cover dental care expenses?
- Does Medicare cover hospice care?
- What benefits does Medicare provide for Alzheimer's patients?
- To what extent will Medicare cover long-term care?
- What free preventive services does Medicare offer?
- What in-home care will Medicare cover?
- Will Medicare pay for a fall risk assessment?
- Do Medicare supplement plans include prescription drug coverage?
- What kinds of health-related services are not covered by Medicare?
- How can I be sure that my Medicare prescription drug plan will cover my expenses?
Medicare and providers
- How do I file a Medicare claim?
- How can I find a Medicare-assigned store to purchase an upright walker?
- What does it mean if your doctor doesn't accept assignment?
- What questions should Medicare patients ask before they're discharged from the hospital?
- How does a doctor's participation in Medicare affect reimbursement?
- Will all doctors accept my Medicare coverage?
Medicare privacy and fraud prevention
- Was your Medicare data affected by a data breach?
- Will I ever be asked for my Medicare or Social Security number?
- How do I replace a lost Medicare card?
- What recommendations does Medicare offer in order to avoid identity theft?
