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Do Veterans Need Medicare if They Have VA Benefits?

If you're a veteran, you already know how valuable your VA benefits can be. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated healthcare system in the United States, providing care at 1,380 healthcare facilities, serving over 9.1 million enrolled Veterans. With care that ...

How to Choose the Right Life Insurance Policy

Life insurance for many people is a non-negotiable. It offers financial protection in the event of an unexpected loss that other types of insurance or financial investments can't match. But whether you are looking around for your first life insurance policy or revisiting an existing policy, a ...

Does Medicare Cover Transportation Services?

For many older adults, getting to appointments or running errands can be stressful without reliable transportation. Using public transit isn’t always convenient or even accessible, and relying on friends or family for rides isn’t always possible. Ride-share services can help, but they’re often ...

7 Reasons to Buy Life Insurance

Life insurance is one of those things that you know is good to have just in case, but it's also easy to put off actually obtaining. But a good life insurance policy can do a lot more than provide a payout upon one's passing; it can be used for protection, financial planning and more. In this ...

What Happens If I Miss My Medicare Enrollment?

Enrolling in Medicare at the right time, and on time, is essential to avoiding gaps in health insurance coverage; not only that, but enrolling late could lead to penalties and increased costs that build up over time. Knowing exactly when to sign up can be confusing, especially without proper ...

Common Questions About Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)

Have you heard about Special Needs Medicare plans? These types of plans are designed for individuals with specific conditions and can offer additional benefits for those dealing with chronic illnesses or low-income situations. At Twin City Underwriters, we are self-proclaimed Medicare enthusiasts, ...

Who Can Make Medicare Decisions on Your Behalf?

Understanding all the rules of Medicare and navigating all of the different plan options and choices can be a daunting task. As we age, it's common for a decline in mental cognition, and the older we get, the more this stands true. Whether it's unexpected medical issues or a general feeling of ...