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When is the best time to enroll in Medicare?

March 29, 2023 – Assuming you're becoming eligible for Medicare due to age, the best time to enroll in Medicare is during a seven-month enrollment period… Read more

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Is Medicare’s coverage as good as my employer-sponsored insurance?

March 28, 2023 – If you enrolled only in Original Medicare, you would almost certainly notice gaps in coverage that you didn't have under your… Read more

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If I have retiree coverage through the FEHB, do I need to enroll in Medicare?

February 16, 2023 – If you have retiree coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, you don't have to enroll in Medicare. Here's why… Read more

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Is it a good idea for couples to choose the same Medicare insurance plan?

November 16, 2022 – Q: What should couples consider when choosing Medicare plans? A: You'll normally want to choose your Medicare coverage based on individual… Read more

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Does all Medicare private coverage have open enrollment periods?

November 10, 2022 – For Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D, there’s an annual open enrollment period (October 15 to December 7, with enrollments… Read more

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What does Medicare Advantage cost?

October 21, 2022 – Those who enroll in Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) pay the $164.90/month that most enrollees will pay for Part B in 2023, in addition… Read more

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What happens when you don’t pay your Medicare premiums?

August 19, 2022 – Failing to pay your Medicare premiums puts you at risk of losing coverage, but that won't happen without… Read more

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Is Medicare open enrollment for everyone?

August 18, 2022 – Medicare open enrollment is a great opportunity to make changes to your coverage that can save you money and time. But open enrollment… Read more

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Will my Medicare coverage follow me if I move out of the state?

July 22, 2021 – Q: Will my Medicare coverage follow me if I move out of the state? A: If you're enrolled in Original Medicare, then yes. But Medicare… Read more

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Do Medicare supplement plans include prescription drug coverage?

July 8, 2021 – Modern Medigap plans do not include prescription drug benefits. Instead, Medicare offers prescription drug coverage under Part D. Medicare… Read more