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Medicare requires you to make changes, disenroll, or enroll in your Medicare Advantage plan during pre-set enrollment periods. If you miss these enrollment periods, you may have to wait until the next enrollment period unless you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. So what is Medicare Advantage, and when can…

Medicare benefits get broken down into four main categories when it comes to healthcare benefits for people aged 65 and older. Understanding the difference between Part A, Part B, Part B, Part C,  and Part D can be challenging. Each part covers different types of care, and you’ll have options…

People who work and pay Medicare taxes for at least 10 years in the United States become eligible for Medicare insurance when they reach the age of 65. While millions of people sign up for Medicare right away at 65, there are many others who don’t. Those that choose not…

Even if you have a primary care physician that you trust, you may need to see a specialist sometime during your life. A specialist is a physician who specializes in a specific area of medicine rather than practicing general medicine.  You may need to visit a specialist if you experience…

If you’re considering Medicare Supplement plans, also known as Medigap, you may have already learned that there are several types of policies to choose from. Medicare Supplement plans are sold by private insurance companies to Medicare beneficiaries who are eligible. They can supplement your Medicare benefits by covering copayments, coinsurance,…

Medicare Supplement, or Medigap, plans are sold by private companies and can help pay for some of the deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance that Original Medicare doesn’t. Medigap insurance is not health insurance, but it is instead insurance to cover the costs associated with utilizing Original Medicare insurance. This is beneficial…

When you start looking at a senior living center either for yourself or for a loved one, you may be pleasantly surprised to see what wonderful options you have available. Today, modern senior living communities put an emphasis on a well-rounded lifestyle and personalized care. Many options offer luxury amenities,…

Medicare Supplement plans are sold by private insurance companies to help fill in the coverage gaps of Original Medicare Parts A (hospital insurance) and B (medical insurance). Purchasing a Medicare Supplement plan is optional for Medicare beneficiaries. They help pay for some copayments, coinsurance charges, deductibles, and other medical expenses. If…

Keeping up with the rising cost of healthcare can be difficult, but many seniors turn to Medicare for insurance at the age of 65, if they haven’t qualified prior to that age due to certain disabilities. Medicare helps pay for a range of medically necessary healthcare services and items, including…