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Avoiding Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty

Mar 29, 20233 min read

Avoiding Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty

If you miss your IEP, you may be assessed a Medicare late enrollment penalty on Part A (hospital), Part B (medical), and Part D (drug).

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Mar 15, 20234 min read

Important Medicare Enrollment Deadlines

Signing up for new health insurance can be confusing, but with our help you can mark your calendar for Medicare enrollment deadlines.

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What Mental Health Services does Medicare Cover?

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Mar 9, 20234 min read

What Mental Health Services does Medicare Cover?

Mental health care is an important part of health care and seniors on Medicare may wonder what mental health services Medicare covers.

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Feb 22, 20233 min read

Can you Have Medicare in Two States?

If you have a second residence outside Hawaii or you plan to travel frequently you may be wondering: Can you Have Medicare in Two States?

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Feb 15, 20233 min read

What Does Medicare in Hawaii Look Like?

Hawaii Medicare plans are an important part of how kama'aina access health care. What Does Medicare in Hawaii Look Like?

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BENES Act Enrollment Benefits are in Full Effect for Medicare Beneficiaries in 2023

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Feb 8, 20234 min read

BENES Act Enrollment Benefits are in Full Effect for Medicare Beneficiaries in 2023

Now in effect, the BENES Act updated Medicare enrollment rules to reduce waiting periods and give social security the ability to grant SEPs.

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oralie

Jan 18, 20233 min read

Does Medicare Cover Pregnancy?

There are over one million disabled female Medicare recipients who are under the age of 65 and they are entitled to coverage for pregnancy.

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Medicare Will Cover Lymphedema Compression Treatment Items

oralie

Jan 4, 20233 min read

Medicare Will Cover Lymphedema Compression Treatment Items

Medicare now Covers Lymphedema Compression Treatment Items after the passage of Bill S.1315.

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How to know if your Medicare Plan is Working for You

oralie

Dec 28, 20223 min read

How to know if your Medicare Plan is Working for You

As your plan gets rolling in January, it’s a good idea to pay attention to how it is working for you. Here are five things to look out for.

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Why Seniors Need Help with Medicare Enrollment

oralie

Dec 21, 20224 min read

Why Seniors Need Help with Medicare Enrollment

Choosing the right plan(s) is a must for budget and access to needed care so getting help with Medicare enrollment is really important.

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Differences Between Medicare and ACA Plans

oralie

Nov 9, 20223 min read

Differences Between Medicare and ACA Plans

When seniors turn 65 they become eligible for Medicare. What are the Differences Between Medicare and ACA Plans?

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How Seniors Choose Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage

oralie

Oct 26, 20223 min read

How Seniors Choose Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage

Eligible seniors have two options when it comes to Medicare Benefits. How Seniors Choose Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage

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How to Fill in the Gaps that Medicare Does Not Pay For

oralie

Oct 20, 20223 min read

How to Fill in the Gaps that Medicare Does Not Pay For

Medicare doesn't cover everything: dental, prescription drugs, and hearing. Here's How to Fill in the Gaps that Medicare Does Not Pay For.

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How to Avoid the Part B Late Enrollment Penalty

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Oct 12, 20224 min read

How to Avoid the Part B Late Enrollment Penalty

Medicare penalties are assessed for various reasons. Today, we will take a look at how to avoid the Part B late enrollment penalty.

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oralie

Jul 13, 20223 min read

Medicare Changes 2022

There are Medicare changes every year, usually affecting prices or benefits paid by Medicare beneficiaries. Here are Medicare changes 2022.

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What Are Medicare Part B Excess Charges and How Can You Avoid Them?

oralie

Jul 8, 20223 min read

What Are Medicare Part B Excess Charges and How Can You Avoid Them?

Medicare beneficiaries may pay Medicare Part B excess charges when they visit doctors or DME suppliers who don’t accept Medicare assignment.

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How to Choose the Right Medicare Plan for Me

oralie

Jun 8, 20224 min read

How to Choose the Right Medicare Plan for Me

If you’re ready to sign up for Medicare or you want to switch plans, you may be wondering: how to choose the right Medicare plan for me?

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May 25, 20224 min read

Know Your Medicare Rights

Whether you receive your Medicare benefits through Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan you have Medicare rights.

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Access to Care: Medicare Advantage vs Original Medicare

oralie

May 18, 20223 min read

Access to Care: Medicare Advantage vs Original Medicare

Seniors can choose between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage for their Medicare benefits. Which option provides access to care?

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Medicare Advantage Plans Offer 3 Key Advantages over FFS Medicare

oralie

May 5, 20223 min read

Medicare Advantage Plans Offer 3 Key Advantages over FFS Medicare

Seniors choose between FFS Medicare (original) and Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Advantage offers 3 key advantages over FFS Medicare.

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