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Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare: Which is best for you?
November 15, 2023 - With Medicare open enrollment underway, it’s helpful for consumers to understand the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. Today, medicareresources.org offered tips and a new infographic to help people ...
How to avoid costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment
October 11, 2023 - Today, medicareresources.org released three tips to help consumers avoid costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.
Higher drug plan premiums may hit many Medicare beneficiaries in 2024
September 29, 2023 - Some Medicare beneficiaries may see double-digit increases in their prescription drug premiums and higher out-of-pocket costs in 2024, according to medicareresources.org.
Don’t forget to pack travel health insurance
June 21, 2023 - Policy analysts for medicareresources.org and healthinsurance.org are reminding consumers to know the limits of their health coverage in case of an illness or accident while traveling.
What the end of the public health emergency means for consumers
May 4, 2023 - Some of the health coverage and cost savings put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic are coming to an end. Medicareresources.org and healthinsurance.org are letting consumers know what changes to ...
Three ways Medicare beneficiaries can save money now
February 23, 2023 - The Inflation Reduction Act promises to provide much-needed financial relief to Medicare enrollees in the form of prescription drug savings in 2023. This week, medicareresources.org offered several tips that can ...
As Medicare Advantage plans increase in popularity, it pays for consumers to understand their coverage options
November 16, 2022 - Enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans continues to rise, and medicareresources.org today offers insights into the growing popularity of the plans and tips for choosing coverage during Medicare open enrollment.
Avoid these costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment
October 12, 2022 - Today medicareresources.org released tips to help consumers avoid costly mistakes while evaluating and selecting coverage during Medicare open enrollment.
Medicare changes for 2023: What you need to know
September 28, 2022 - Changes in out-of-pocket costs, new benefits and continued growth of Medicare Advantage plans are a few of the important trends to watch this fall, according to information released today by ...
Medicare Advantage open enrollment ends March 31
March 15, 2022 - Medicare Advantage enrollees have until March 31 to make changes to their coverage, and medicareresources.org released today several money-saving tips for consumers already hit with rising inflation.

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Does Medicare cover the COVID vaccine and boosters?
Does Medicare cover the COVID vaccine and boosters?
April 9, 2024 - Medicare covers COVID-19 vaccines 100%. Medicare Part B covers the primary vaccine series and any booster shots recommended afterward by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and the Centers for ...
How does Medicare cover mental health services?
How does Medicare cover mental health services?
February 14, 2024 - Learn how Medicare covers outpatient and inpatient mental health services, and mental health prescription medications – and which mental health services aren't covered under Medicare.
Medigap eligibility rules for Americans under age 65 vary by state
Medigap eligibility rules for Americans under age 65 vary by state
February 21, 2024 - There are no federal rules guaranteeing access to Medigap plans for enrollees under age 65, but states can create their own rules to ensure that disabled Medicare beneficiaries are able ...
Are you eligible for a Medicare special enrollment period?
Are you eligible for a Medicare special enrollment period?
February 6, 2024 - A Medicare special enrollment period (SEP) – triggered by a qualifying life event – allows a person to sign up for coverage outside of the usual initial enrollment or annual open enrollment ...
The ‘birthday rule’: a gift to Medigap enrollees?
The ‘birthday rule’: a gift to Medigap enrollees?
January 24, 2024 - Medigap plan changes are limited, but 11 states offer Medigap enrollees special enrollment – and five do it with a 'birthday rule.'
2024 coverage: Medicare enrollment dates at a glance
2024 coverage: Medicare enrollment dates at a glance
January 18, 2024 - Beyond your initial opportunity to enroll in Medicare plans, the federal government provides other windows for enrollment and plan changes each year.
Was your Medicare data affected by a data breach?
Was your Medicare data affected by a data breach?
January 10, 2024 - How can you tell whether a breach of Medicare data has affected your personal information? Learn what you can do if you suspect your information was leaked.
What happens if you miss Medicare open enrollment?
What happens if you miss Medicare open enrollment?
December 22, 2023 - If you miss the annual Medicare open enrollment deadline, you may still be able to make changes to your coverage, though opportunities are limited.
The Medicare Part B special enrollment period
The Medicare Part B special enrollment period
December 12, 2023 - The Medicare Part B SEP allows people to delay Part B enrollment if they have health coverage through their own employer or a spouse’s current employer.
Does Medicare cover hospice care?
Does Medicare cover hospice care?
November 27, 2023 - Medicare covers almost all aspects of hospice care with little expense to patients or families, as long as a Medicare-approved hospice program is used.
How the Medicare Part B premium reduction might save you money
How the Medicare Part B premium reduction might save you money
November 10, 2023 - The Medicare Part B giveback is a premium reduction offered by some Medicare Advantage plans. In plans with this benefit, the carrier will pay a portion of the enrollee's monthly ...
How the Inflation Reduction Act could affect your 2024 Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage
How the Inflation Reduction Act could affect your 2024 Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage
October 17, 2023 - This year, Medicare Part D enrollees should pay particularly close attention to changes in 2024 prescription drug coverage costs resulting from provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
What is the income-related monthly adjusted amount (IRMAA)?
What is the income-related monthly adjusted amount (IRMAA)?
March 5, 2024 - For 2023, high-income beneficiaries – earning over $97,000 a year – pay the income-related monthly adjusted amount (IRMAA) surcharge that’s added to their Part B and Part D premiums and ...
What happens when you don’t pay your Medicare premiums?
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 warning.
Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I’m still working?
Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I’m still working?
August 17, 2022 - 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 a bit more leeway.
Four ways to save money on your Medicare Part B premiums
Four ways to save money on your Medicare Part B premiums
March 15, 2024 - Here's how to save money on premiums for Medicare Part B – which covers doctor visits, diagnostics, and preventive care.
Can I be enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid at the same time?
Can I be enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid at the same time?
July 21, 2021 - People with Medicare and Medicaid are known as dual eligibles – and account for about 20 percent of Medicare beneficiaries (12.1 million people). Learn how that status affects your coverage.

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