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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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How did the Medicare donut hole change for 2023?

January 10, 2023 – The thresholds where an enrollee enters and exits the Medicare donut hole increased for 2023. The initial coverage limit increased to… Read more

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Can I still make changes to my Medicare coverage for 2023?

December 8, 2022 – Beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Advantage have an opportunity to change their 2023 coverage during the Medicare Advantage open… Read more

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Which Medicare Part D prescription drug plan should I choose?

November 11, 2022 – Factors to consider when choosing your part D coverage include the total cost (premium plus out-of-pocket costs) and whether you prefer… 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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How will my Medicare prescription drug costs in 2023 compare with 2022?

September 28, 2022 – Q: How will Medicare prescription drug costs change for 2023? A: There are several changes for 2023, including free vaccines under Part D,… 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