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June 17, 2024 |Tom Peterson

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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

Traveling with Original Medicare and Medicare Supplements

Ready to fulfill your travel bucket list? Have your destination set and your passport in order? Have you considered your Medicare health coverage for your upcoming trip? We have you covered. Here is ...

Does Medicare Cover Prescription Lenses or Glasses?

With all the commercials, mailings, and other Medicare communication, you may wonder if your Medicare plan offers those extra benefits you hear people talking about. One of those extras might be ...

How to Know If You Need a Medigap Plan

There are some health care costs, such as copayments and deductibles, that are not fully covered by Medicare. One can expect to incur these types of expenses, which is why a Medigap plan may be a ...

How to Know If You Need a Medicare Advantage Plan

When you’re newly eligible for Medicare, the options can be overwhelming. What’s the difference between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D and Medigap? How do I know if I need a Medicare ...

Medicare Prescription Deductibles: What You Need to Know

When comparing Medicare Part D plans, it’s important to consider all the details. Medicare prescription deductibles are one of the factors that will impact the overall cost of your plan. Here’s what ...

7 Medicare Facts You May Not Know

When you’re enrolling in Medicare or choosing a new Medicare plan, it’s important to understand the options and process. However, we know that Medicare can be confusing! To make it easier, we’re ...

Does Your Medicare Advantage Plan Offer Extra Benefits?

There are many health care services that are not covered by Original Medicare. These include vision and preventative dental care, hearing aids, and prescription drug costs, among others. If you need ...

The 2022 Annual Election Period is Coming Up!

The 2022 Annual Election Period, or AEP, runs from October 15 and December 7. During AEP, Medicare recipients can change their Medicare and prescription drug plans for the following year. Even if ...

What is the Medicare Donut Hole?

What is the donut hole? Will it affect me? When will that happen and how long does it last? You may have heard the phrase “Donut Hole” when it comes to Medicare. Unfortunately, this isn’t referring ...

What is a Medicare Advantage Plan (And Do I Need One?)

What Is a Medicare Advantage Plan? A Medicare Advantage Plan offers coverage through a private company instead of through government-provided Medicare. One way to receive your Medicare Coverage is by ...

Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare Advantage Plans

Are you currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan or are you thinking of joining a Medicare Advantage Plan? Here are the top questions we receive about Medicare Advantage Plans and what you ...

How Can I Check My Medicare Eligibility?

As you or a loved one approaches 65, there are many questions about Medicare. The first is usually the simplest: do I qualify for Medicare?

What is My Prescription Deductible with Medicare?

Prescription costs and coverage is a huge concern for many people. As you approach Medicare eligibility, it’s important to understand your drug coverage options so that you can choose the best plan ...

How to Sign up for a Medicare Advantage Plan

Are you wanting to switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another Medicare Advantage Plan? Or are you wanting to switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan? We’ve rounded up a ...

Should I Get Medicare Advantage or Medigap?

It’s no secret that there is a lot more to Medicare than a simple one-size-fits all plan. If need a health plan to better suit your needs than traditional Medicare can provide, you should consider a ...

What You Need to Know Before Annual Election Period (AEP) Starts

The Annual Election Period (AEP), also called as Open Enrollment, begins October 15. This is the time of the year when you can sign up for Medicare or switch to a new plan. Before the season begins, ...

Frequently Asked Questions about Medicare Advantage Plans

Are you currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan or are you thinking of switching to a Medicare Advantage Plan? Here are the top questions we receive about Medicare Advantage Plans, and what ...

What You Need to Know About Medicare in 2019

Choices for Medicare Plans Original Medicare Original Medicare is coverage that is managed by the federal government. Original Medicare provides Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical ...

3 Reasons Why to Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan

What is a Medicare Advantage Plan? A Medicare Advantage Plan provides coverage through private insurance companies instead of through government provided Medicare services. These private insurance ...

Medigap – What is It and Do I Need It?

What happens when your Medicare pays for most of your costs, but not all of your costs? Don’t worry- Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) will pay for the extra costs such as copayments, ...

What is a Medicare Advantage Plan (And Do I Need One?)

With all the different Medicare options out there, it can be hard to know what is the best option. You may have heard of a “Medicare Advantage Plan” and wonder if it’s right for you. Simply put, a ...

Everything You Need to Know About Medicare (But Were Afraid to Ask)

We’re passionate about Medicare and health insurance but we’ll be the first to tell you: it’s confusing. With the ever-changing laws and legislation, staying on top of what you need to know about ...