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What Questions Should I Ask If I’m New to Medicare?
What Questions Should I Ask If I’m New to Medicare? Medicare can be confusing, especially when you are new to it. During your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP), you should ask key questions to prepare for choosing your coverage. What are the Medicare basics? We know...
Special Enrollment Periods & Medicare Advantage
Special Enrollment Periods & Medicare Advantage Outside of the Annual Election Period (AEP), there are circumstances where you can make changes to your Medicare Advantage (Part C) & Medicare Part D Prescription Drug plans. These circumstances are known as...
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare & Telehealth
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare & Telehealth As it is becoming increasingly popular in recent years, telehealth refers to healthcare services provided to patients by providers remotely. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth utilization in Medicare...
The Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) – Explained
The Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) – Explained Commonly referred to as AEP, the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) is the time each year when you can change your Medicare coverage if you choose. The Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) lasts from October 15...
When Will I Know if My Medicare is Approved?
When Will I Know if My Medicare is Approved? What is Medicare? Medicare is a government-run health insurance program available to United States citizens and permanent residents aged 65 or older, as well as those younger than 65 with certain disabilities. To be...
Lower Costs for Original Medicare Part B Coming in 2023
Lower Costs for Original Medicare Part B Coming in 2023 Part B Changes The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) stated on September 27, 2022, for the first time in over a decade, there will be a decrease in the standard Medicare Part B premium; it is...
What do Snowbirds Do about Medicare?
What do Snowbirds Do about Medicare? Many New Jersey residents head south before winter hits! Snowbirds, as they are called, travel to warmer weather while New Jersey experiences our cold climate. Generally, most snowbirds stay where it is warmer for several months,...
How do I know which Medicare plan is right for me?
How do I know which Medicare plan is right for me? When it comes to choosing a Medicare health plan, there are many things to consider. Some people choose to keep Original Medicare Part A & Part B and purchase a Medigap policy and stand-alone prescription drug...
Is a Medigap Plan Right For You?
You've decided that you want to go into a Medigap plan, also known as Medicare supplement, and you're concerned the preexisting conditions affect your coverage. Do they affect your costs? Well, it depends. It depends on whether you're already in a Medigap plan,...