4 Medicare Costs That Can Affect Your Retirement
Blog Author: Kari MelloneRetiring is a time of many changes, and one of the most significant considerations you’ll encounter will be your healthcare. Learning about Medicare costs can help ensure you’re taking a proactive approach to manage your retirement savings. It’s important to know not only what services Medicare ...
How Does Medicare Work with Social Security?
Blog Author: John DemkoMedicare and Social Security are two separate programs that serve to provide financial protection and health insurance to the US population.
Medicare Versus Medicaid: What’s the Difference?
Blog Author: John DemkoAs you approach Medicare eligibility, you will likely be inundated with mailings, information packets, and terms that you may not be fully aware of. This article will address a few of the common terms that you may not fully understand regarding medicare vs. medicaid.
What Are Medicare Election Periods?
Blog Author: Debby JesserWhether you’re new to Medicare or have been enrolled for years, figuring out when you’re able to enroll or make changes to your plan can be difficult. There is a set timeframe for when you’re first eligible to enroll in Medicare, as well an annual period in which you can make changes every year. ...
Is Medicare Better Than Employer Insurance?
Blog Author: Kari MelloneAs you turn 65, if you’re still working you may be able to stay on your employer insurance. For many people in this position, they may not know if it’s better to keep their current insurance or switch to Medicare.
Do I Have to Sign Up for Medicare if I Don’t Retire at 65?
Blog Author: Tom PetersonOne question we are asked consistently is, “What do I have to do if I will continue working past my 65th birthday?” For many Americans, they’re not ready or able to retire at 65 and want to continue with their current health insurance coverage before signing up for Medicare.
If you receive Original Medicare coverage, you can travel anywhere within the United States and still be covered. If you travel outside of the United States, your coverage is limited.
How Can I Check My Medicare Eligibility?
Blog Author: Todd LewisonAs you or a loved one approaches 65, there are many questions about Medicare. The first is usually the simplest: do I qualify for Medicare?
4 Myths About Medicare, Answered
Blog Author: Tom PetersonEach year as Medicare changes, it can be hard to separate myth from truth. Your friends’ experiences with Medicare even just five years ago may not be the same as now. To add to the confusion, there’s thousands of articles with contradictory information online. So what exactly is the truth?
