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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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What to Know about Medicare’s General Enrollment Period

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Mar 22, 20233 min read

What to Know about Medicare’s General Enrollment Period

The General Enrollment Period (GEP) is the time period every year when seniors can enroll in Medicare if they missed their IEP.

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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?

oralie

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 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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What Is a Medicare Broker and Why You Should Consider Working with One

oralie

Jan 11, 20233 min read

What Is a Medicare Broker and Why You Should Consider Working with One

A Medicare broker is an advisor who represents multiple insurance companies and their insurance plans. They help people enroll in Medicare.

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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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Consider These Costs Before Switching from Medicare Advantage to Original Medical During AEP

oralie

Nov 16, 20223 min read

Consider These Costs Before Switching from Medicare Advantage to Original Medical During AEP

Consider These Costs Before Switching from Medicare Advantage to Original Medical During Annual Enrollment Period

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oralie

Oct 6, 20223 min read

When is Medicare Open Enrollment?

When is Medicare open enrollment? Two are two main times when kupuna can enroll in or switch their Medicare plan: The IEP and The AEP.

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Top 5 Reasons Seniors Benefit from Working with a Medicare Insurance Agent

oralie

Aug 3, 20223 min read

Top 5 Reasons Seniors Benefit from Working with a Medicare Insurance Agent

The transition to Medicare can be overwhelming. Here are the Top 5 Reasons Seniors Benefit from Working with a Medicare Insurance Agent.

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Avoid Penalties for Not Signing up for Medicare

oralie

Jul 28, 20224 min read

Avoid Penalties for Not Signing up for Medicare

When kupuna sign up for Medicare during their Initial Enrollment Period, they can avoid penalties for not signing up for Medicare on time.

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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’s the Difference Between Medicare and Social Security?

oralie

Jun 23, 20223 min read

What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Social Security?

What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Social Security? These federal programs are both similar and different.

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oralie

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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How to Appeal Premium Surcharges If Your Income Drops After Enrolling in Medicare

oralie

May 11, 20223 min read

How to Appeal Premium Surcharges If Your Income Drops After Enrolling in Medicare

High income Medicare beneficiaries pay the IRMAA. This is How to Appeal Premium Surcharges If Your Income Drops After Enrolling in Medicare.

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Does Medicare Cover Arthritis Diagnosis and Treatment?

oralie

Apr 14, 20223 min read

Does Medicare Cover Arthritis Diagnosis and Treatment?

Does Medicare cover arthritis diagnosis and treatment? Let’s take a look at Medicare coverage for arthritis and rheumatology services.

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What Disabilities Qualify for Medicare Under 65?

oralie

Mar 24, 20223 min read

What Disabilities Qualify for Medicare Under 65?

While Medicare was primarily created to serve kupuna, people with disabilities under the age of 65 may also qualify.

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