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How to Handle Medicare Coverage If You Decide to Return to Work after Retiring

Feb 23, 20223 min read

How to Handle Medicare Coverage If You Decide to Return to Work after Retiring

How to Handle Medicare Coverage If You Decide to Return to Work after Retiring. There are several rules and deadlines that you need to know.

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Feb 9, 20224 min read

Special Enrollment Periods for Medicare

Medicare allows seniors to enroll in or switch Medicare plans during Special Enrollment Periods when they have qualifying life events.

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What You Need to Know About the “Welcome to Medicare” Preventive Visit

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Jan 26, 20223 min read

What You Need to Know About the “Welcome to Medicare” Preventive Visit

Seniors on Medicare have access to a “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit within the first 12 months after enrolling in Medicare Part B.

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Top 5 Things Seniors Should Know About Medicare Before They Enroll

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Jan 19, 20224 min read

Top 5 Things Seniors Should Know About Medicare Before They Enroll

Medicare can feel complicated but Medicare agents are here to help. Top 5 Things Seniors Should Know About Medicare Before They Enroll.

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Here’s What You Need to Know About 2022 Medicare Costs

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Jan 5, 20224 min read

Here’s What You Need to Know About 2022 Medicare Costs

Here's What You Need to Know About 2022 Medicare Costs.

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What to Consider If You’re Thinking about a Medigap Policy

oralie

Dec 29, 20213 min read

What to Consider If You’re Thinking about a Medigap Policy

Medigap policies help pay for Medicare deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. Know a plan's premium and coverage before signing up.

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Enroll in Medicare Under These Rules or Risk a 10%-Per-Year Penalty

oralie

Dec 16, 20213 min read

Enroll in Medicare Under These Rules or Risk a 10%-Per-Year Penalty

It’s important for seniors to enroll in Medicare when they are first eligible. If this window is missed, there is a risk of a penalty.

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Seniors With Limited Income and Resources May Qualify for the LIS for Prescription Drug Coverage

oralie

Nov 10, 20213 min read

Seniors With Limited Income and Resources May Qualify for the LIS for Prescription Drug Coverage

If you are thinking about changing prescription drug plans, schedule an appointment with your Medicare agent. You may qualify for the LIS.

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What Should I Bring to a Meeting with My Medicare Agent?

oralie

Oct 28, 20213 min read

What Should I Bring to a Meeting with My Medicare Agent?

This is the time to schedule a meeting with your Medicare agent to go over your options. To get the most out of the meeting, come prepared.

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What You Need to Know About Medicare Annual Enrollment Period For 2022

oralie

Sep 29, 20213 min read

What You Need to Know About Medicare Annual Enrollment Period For 2022

It's getting close to Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). This is the time to get prepared; Medicare agents at PBC are ready to help.

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What Does Medicare Cover for Alzheimer’s and Memory Care?

oralie

Sep 22, 20213 min read

What Does Medicare Cover for Alzheimer’s and Memory Care?

Medicare covers inpatient hospital care, prescription drugs and some of the doctors' fees and other medical items used to treat Alzheimer's.

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Almost 65? Avoid Expensive Mistakes If You Have Insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace

oralie

Sep 15, 20213 min read

Almost 65? Avoid Expensive Mistakes If You Have Insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace

As you approach your 65th birthday, it’s time to get ready for your transition to Medicare if your insurance is through the health exchange.

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oralie

Aug 25, 20213 min read

Top 5 Reasons Seniors Love Medicare

Seniors love their Medicare insurance for a variety of reasons. And why wouldn’t they? Medicare provides quality health insurance to seniors

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Does Medicare Pay for Ambulance Charges?

oralie

Aug 18, 20213 min read

Does Medicare Pay for Ambulance Charges?

Statistically, seniors use the ER at higher rates than most other age groups. Seniors may ask: Does Medicare Pay for Ambulance Charges?

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How to Decide if You Should Apply for Medicare while You are Still Working

oralie

Aug 4, 20214 min read

How to Decide if You Should Apply for Medicare while You are Still Working

Some Americans wonder what to do about Medicare if they keep working past the age of 65. Do they need to apply for Medicare? Can they delay?

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What is Palliative Care and Is It Covered by Medicare?

oralie

Jul 14, 20213 min read

What is Palliative Care and Is It Covered by Medicare?

Palliative care is a specialized type of medical care for people living with a serious illness. Medicare covers the cost of palliative care.

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Jul 7, 20214 min read

Is In-Home Care Covered by Medicare?

Many seniors wonder if home health care is covered by Medicare. The answer is yes and no. Medicare does cover some in-home health services.

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Top 5 Health Issues Affecting Seniors and How Medicare Can Help

oralie

Jun 23, 20213 min read

Top 5 Health Issues Affecting Seniors and How Medicare Can Help

It’s no secret that as we age, more health issues show up. Here are the Top 5 Health Issues Affecting Seniors and How Medicare Can Help.

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oralie

May 26, 20213 min read

Hawaii Medicare Plan Options for 2021

Medicare plans available may vary from state to state and county to county. In Hawaii, seniors have access to many types of Medicare plans.

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What You Need to Know about Medicare Medical Savings Account (MSA) Plans

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May 12, 20213 min read

What You Need to Know about Medicare Medical Savings Account (MSA) Plans

MSA Plans are a consumer-directed Medicare Advantage Plan available to many seniors who are enrolled in high-deductible Medicare plans.

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