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Does Medicare Cover Depression Screenings?

Blog Author: John Demko

With the current state of the world, it is no surprise that mental health concerns are on the rise. Awareness of depression symptoms and being proactive in seeking mental health care can make a significant difference in overall well-being. At Twin City Underwriters, we often get questions about ...

Financial Planning As You Retire

Blog Author: Tom Peterson

Planning for retirement can bring many emotions – excitement, confusion, and even fear of the unknown. Having confidence in your financial well-being is one of the best ways to establish a joyful retirement. Here are some points to consider as you prepare to retire and plan financially for your ...

What Do I Get With Original Medicare?

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

You spend the first 65 years of your life contributing to Medicare taxes, so naturally, you may wonder: what do you get with Medicare? Are there any options for coverage beyond Original Medicare? This article will dig a little deeper into what you get with Original Medicare and the options ...

Which Medicare Option is Right For Me?

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

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. ...

Common Medicare Scams in 2022

Blog Author: Maria Alvarado-Espinoza

Medicare scams have seen a staggering rise in the past few years. If you are on Medicare or are nearing your Medicare eligibility, you have likely received countless mailers, seen the too-good-to-be-true commercials, and answered some questionable phone calls. In today’s fast-paced, ...

What is ANOC and Why Is It Important?

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

As autumn arrives, Medicare recipients will be bombarded with Medicare mail. Most of the time, it is just advertisements from organizations trying to sell you what they have to offer. However, there are some mail you will want to watch out for, including ANOC, or Annual Notice of Change, materials.

Medicare Commercials: Deciphering Fact from Fiction

Blog Author: John Demko

Prepare yourself: we are about to enter the season of Medicare advertising. Soon you won’t be able to escape the barrage of mail, television, and online commercials about Medicare.

Dental Implants and Medicare

Blog Author: John Demko

Dental care is essential to our overall health. When considering having dental work or dental implants done, remember first to check what dental coverage your current insurance provides. As of early 2026, most Medicare Advantage plans have dropped coverage for dental implants again.

Traveling with Medicare Advantage: What You Need to Know

Blog Author: Maria Alvarado-Espinoza

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.