Frequently-asked questions by tag
Can I get a Medicare Part B late-enrollment penalty removed?
September 6, 2026 – If you were penalized for delayed Medicare Part B enrollment, you may have the penalty waived if you were advised to delay Part B, and now… Read more
Is there a best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan?
September 6, 2026 – The best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan is during your Medigap open enrollment period, a six-month window that begins on the… Read more
What preventive services does Medicare offer?
September 6, 2026 – Medicare covers a number of preventive screening services that make early diagnosis and treatment possible. What’s more, many… Read more
When is the best time to enroll in Medicare?
September 1, 2026 – 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
How do Medicare Savings Programs help with Medicare costs?
March 17, 2026 – Medicare Savings Programs (MSP) can pay Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, copays, and coinsurance for enrollees with… Read more
What does Original Medicare cost?
December 3, 2025 – Q: What does Original Medicare cost the beneficiary? A: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) is free for most seniors. If you or your… Read more
How does the ‘hold harmless’ provision protect beneficiaries from Medicare Part B premium increases?
December 3, 2025 – The "hold harmless" provision protects Medicare beneficiaries by essentially capping Part B premiums so increases aren't higher than Social… Read more
Is Medicare’s coverage as good as my employer-sponsored insurance?
December 1, 2025 – If you enrolled only in Original Medicare, you would almost certainly notice gaps in coverage that you didn't have under your… Read more
What does Medicare not cover?
November 25, 2025 – There are many things that Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover. This includes routine care of the feet, orthopedic shoes, some… Read more
Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I’m still working?
November 21, 2025 – Medicare eligibility begins at age 65, and signing up on time can help you avoid premium surcharges. But if you’re working at 65, you get… Read more
