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How do I qualify for Medicare’s Extra Help?
March 27, 2023 – Lower-income Medicare beneficiaries may receive financial assistance through Medicare’s Extra Help program. If you have difficulty paying… 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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Can I deduct my Medicare premiums on my tax return?
August 24, 2022 – Since 2012, the IRS has allowed self-employed individuals to deduct all Medicare premiums from their federal taxes. But the self-employed… Read more
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What does Original Medicare cost?
November 12, 2021 – 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
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How much does the average Medicare beneficiary pay out of pocket for medical expenses?
June 3, 2020 – According to a Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) analysis of Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS), the average Medicare beneficiary paid… Read more
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How does the ‘hold harmless’ provision protect beneficiaries from Medicare Part B premium increases?
May 20, 2020 – The "hold harmless" provision protects Medicare beneficiaries by essentially capping Part B premiums so increases aren't higher than Social… Read more