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Is Your Medicare Cost Plan Ending?

Is Your Medicare Cost Plan Ending?

2-minute read

Medicare Cost Plans are hybrid Medicare plans that share features from Medicare Advantage and Medigap supplemental insurance plans. They’re offered by private insurance companies. Why Are Medicare Cost Plans not Renewing? To meet competition requirements, Medicare Cost Plan contracts were not renewed in areas with more than one Medicare Advantage plan available. What are the options for […]

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  1. Information that Medicaid members need to know about redetermination

    Information that Medicaid members need to know about redetermination

    4-minute read

    If you’re enrolled in Medicaid, you may currently be benefitting from a COVID 19-era rule that has allowed millions more people than usual to enroll in Medicaid. (Medicaid is a federal program run by state governments that helps with health care costs for some people with limited income and resources.) This was because, during the […]

  2. IRMAA 2023: 6 Tips to Understand Your Medicare Premiums

    IRMAA 2023: 6 Tips to Understand Your Medicare Premiums

    7-minute read

    How will income-related monthly adjustments (IRMAA) impact Medicare in 2023? An estimated 58.6 million people are enrolled in Medicare in the United States. Some beneficiaries will be affected by IRMAA rules.1 IRMAA may impact Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in: Medicare Part B (outpatient or doctor visit coverage) Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage) Does your monthly […]

  3. Is oral surgery covered by medical or dental insurance?

    Is oral surgery covered by medical or dental insurance?

    5-minute read

    For specific kinds of oral surgery, you may be able to get coverage from both your medical and dental insurance plans. Here?s what you need to know.

  4. What you need to know about prior authorization

    What you need to know about prior authorization

    4-minute read

    You may need approval from your insurance company for some treatments, medications, and medical tests before you can get them. Here?s why.

  5. State exchanges vs. the federal marketplace: Where should I shop for health insurance?

    State exchanges vs. the federal marketplace: Where should I shop for health insurance?

    4-minute read

    No matter what state you live in, the Affordable Care Act is available to help you find affordable health insurance coverage. HealthMarkets shows you how.

  6. Healthcare Reform News Updates

    Healthcare Reform News Updates

    38-minute read

    Stay up-to-date on Healthcare Reform. Below is a summary of recent events to help you stay current on healthcare reform news all in one place. Healthcare Reform News Update for March 7, 2023 Biden outlines plan to protect Medicare through 2050 President Joe Biden recently outlined budget plans to extend Medicare benefits through 2050.  He […]

  7. What Does Basic Health Insurance Cost?

    What Does Basic Health Insurance Cost?

    4-minute read

    Shopping for healthcare can be time-consuming and feel overwhelming. And one frustrating part can be figuring out what health insurance might cost. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to health insurance cost. But there are basic guidelines you can follow to help give you an idea of health insurance costs—and allow you to make […]

  8. Accident Insurance vs. Disability Insurance: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Choose?

    Accident Insurance vs. Disability Insurance: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Choose?

    4-minute read

    As the saying goes, accidents will happen. In fact, 2.6 million U.S. employees had accidental injuries and illnesses at work last year. The result? A lot of people missing work. Perhaps the worst part: Having health insurance might not be enough to cover you if you get seriously injured or sick. Having an accident or […]

  9. 5 Things to Consider Before Getting Vision Coverage

    5 Things to Consider Before Getting Vision Coverage

    4-minute read

    You don’t need to be farsighted—or nearsighted, for that matter—to realize that having a vision insurance plan could help you avoid a lot of future healthcare headaches. But you might be surprised to learn that more than half of American adults did not seek out eye care because of lack of awareness and cost, which […]

  10. How Much Life Insurance for My Grandchildren Should I Buy?

    How Much Life Insurance for My Grandchildren Should I Buy?

    7-minute read

    Wondering about life insurance for grandchildren? You’ve probably heard it’s a way to: Support your grandkids Help pay for college, even after you’re gone Or a way to help your adult children if the unthinkable happens Chances are pretty good you’ve got questions about life insurance for grandchildren. Right? Don’t worry. We’ll answer your questions […]

  11. How Medicare can cover you if you’re under 65

    How Medicare can cover you if you’re under 65

    4-minute read

    If you’ve heard anything about Medicare, it’s probably that coverage for most people starts at age 65. What’s less known is that millions of people enroll in Medicare long before they hit retirement age. In fact, 13% of Medicare beneficiaries were under 65 in 2020. Those who qualify are people who have serious health conditions […]

  12. Medicare enrollment checklist: How to sign up for benefits

    Medicare enrollment checklist: How to sign up for benefits

    5-minute read

    Your 65th birthday is on the horizon, and you know what that means: It’s time to start thinking about Medicare. Signing up for Medicare can seem like a daunting task, but it’s a lot more manageable — simple, even — once you get organized. And don’t worry, you’ll have a plan together in no time. […]

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HealthMarkets Insurance Agency offers the opportunity to enroll in either QHPs or off-Marketplace coverage. Please visit HealthCare.gov for information on the benefits of enrolling in a QHP. Off-Marketplace coverage is not eligible for the cost savings offered for coverage through the Marketplaces.

This information is not a complete description of benefits. Call the Plan’s customer service phone number for more information.

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© 2022 HealthMarkets Insurance Agency. All rights reserved.

To send a complaint to Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1- 877-486-2048), 24 hours a day/7 days a week). If your complaint involves a broker or agent, be sure to include the name of the person when filing your grievance.

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1- 844-704-7357), 24 hours a day/7 days a week, to get information on all of your options.

Attention: This website is operated by HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, Inc. and is not the Health Insurance Marketplace® website. HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, Inc. is licensed as an insurance agency in all 50 states and DC. Not all agents are licensed to sell all products. Service and product availability varies by state. Sales agents may be compensated based on a consumer’s enrollment in an insurance plan. No obligation to enroll. Agent cannot provide tax or legal advice. Contact your tax or legal professional to discuss details regarding your individual business circumstances. Our quoting tool is provided for your information only. All quotes are estimates and are not final until consumer is enrolled. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information.

HealthMarkets Insurance Agency offers the opportunity to enroll in either QHPs or off-Marketplace coverage. Please visit HealthCare.gov for information on the benefits of enrolling in a QHP. Off-Marketplace coverage is not eligible for the cost savings offered for coverage through the Marketplaces.

This information is not a complete description of benefits. Call the Plan’s customer service phone number for more information.

49075-HM-1022

© 2022 HealthMarkets Insurance Agency. All rights reserved.

To send a complaint to Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1- 877-486-2048), 24 hours a day/7 days a week). If your complaint involves a broker or agent, be sure to include the name of the person when filing your grievance.

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1- 844-704-7357), 24 hours a day/7 days a week, to get information on all of your options.

Attention: This website is operated by HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, Inc. and is not the Health Insurance Marketplace® website. HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, Inc. is licensed as an insurance agency in all 50 states and DC. Not all agents are licensed to sell all products. Service and product availability varies by state. Sales agents may be compensated based on a consumer’s enrollment in an insurance plan. No obligation to enroll. Agent cannot provide tax or legal advice. Contact your tax or legal professional to discuss details regarding your individual business circumstances. Our quoting tool is provided for your information only. All quotes are estimates and are not final until consumer is enrolled. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information.

HealthMarkets Insurance Agency offers the opportunity to enroll in either QHPs or off-Marketplace coverage. Please visit HealthCare.gov for information on the benefits of enrolling in a QHP. Off-Marketplace coverage is not eligible for the cost savings offered for coverage through the Marketplaces.

This information is not a complete description of benefits. Call the Plan’s customer service phone number for more information.

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