Medicare Advantage and Supplement Plans News

What is My Prescription Deductible with Medicare?

Prescription costs and coverage are a major concern for many people, especially as healthcare expenses continue to rise. As you approach Medicare eligibility, it's important to understand how prescription drug coverage works so you can make informed decisions about what plan will best suit your ...

Medicare Advantage vs Medicare Supplements: Which One Is Right For Me?

As you approach your 65th birthday, you’re likely to be bombarded with information, emails, and mailers from various Medicare insurance companies. It can be overwhelming to decipher the medicare jargon and know which Medicare Plan is the one for you.

Where to Find Medicare Information Meetings in Minnesota

For most people, the earliest you start your Medicare is the first day of the month you turn 65. But the information gathering process starts long before that. Some individuals seek out information several years before they actually sign up for Medicare, whether to properly prepare financially for ...

Are You Satisfied With Your Medicare Advantage Plan?

Are you satisfied with your Medicare Advantage plan? This is a question to ask yourself regularly. Although Medicare plans have many similarities, the benefits and coverage they provide can vary sometimes quite drastically! Therefore, if your Medicare plan isn’t providing coverage in areas that are ...

What’s the Difference Between Preferred and Standard Drug Costs?

If you have Medicare Part D or other drug coverage, drug costs can be a concern. One way to save money on prescription drug costs is to know the difference between preferred and standard drug costs. This has to do with whether your pharmacy is preferred or standard under your Medicare insurance ...

Which Medicare Option is Right For Me?

Original Medicare can leave a lot of gaps in your health coverage. For example, there is no maximum out-of-pocket limit on your health care costs when enrolled in just parts A and B. This means that if you have original Medicare by itself, you are vulnerable to an infinite amount of costs. ...

Traveling with Medicare Advantage: What You Need to Know

Are you eager to check off a list of desired places on your travel bucket list? We look forward to hearing about your plans! As you buy your tickets and pack your bags, here are some planning considerations for traveling with Medicare Advantage plans.