HealthMarkets helps ease your worries about home safety with this guide to in-home evaluations, which may be covered by your insurance.  You may think of your home as a safe place. It’s also a source of pride, comfort and an endless supply of memories. And the last thing you want to do is leave it. […]

HealthMarkets helps you navigate what insurance may cover if you have hearing issues or a need for hearing aids.   Are you one of the roughly 37.5 million American adults who has trouble hearing? Keep reading to learn what insurance may or may not cover. “Out-of-pocket costs for devices and services because of lack of insurance […]

Are antibiotics overused?  Antibiotics are often used to treat the common cold, flu or certain types of infections. But they don’t always work. Frustrating, right? When you’re not feeling well or think you have an infection, you want to clear up the problem as soon as possible, right? So you visit the doctor. “What’s going […]

The 2024 Open Enrollment Period (OEP) begins November 1, 2023, and ends usually January 15, 2024, in most states. Because January 15 falls on a federal holiday in 2024, OEP will extend until midnight, January 16 in many states.1 The chart below shows the 2024 OEP dates for the states that use the federal ACA […]

Can you still get Medicare Supplement Plan F? Yes and no. It depends. Kind of a cryptic answer. Right? Here’s the deal… Yes. You CAN get Medicare Supplement Plan F if you enrolled before January 1, 2020, were eligible to enroll, or currently have Plan F.1 No. You CAN’T get Medicare Supplement Plan F if […]

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded healthcare coverage to include preventive services. These services are provided without a deductible, copay, or coinsurance. So, are vaccines covered by health insurance? All Affordable Care Act-qualified health insurance plans cover certain vaccines Which vaccines are covered will vary slightly depending on age (under or over the age of […]

  If you’re a Medicare recipient or you’re considering a Medicare plan, you may be wondering how the new 2023 Medicare costs compare to the previous year. HealthMarkets can help break down the differences for you. Let’s take a look at what you can expect. Medicare Part B costs When it comes to Medicare Part […]

Shopping for health insurance can be overwhelming. Whether it’s your first time or your annual review, knowing the basics can help you effectively compare plans and find coverage that suits your needs and budget. An easy way to start is by understanding the basics of health insurance costs. Premiums The premium is the amount you […]

When is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period? The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period occurs during the fall between October 15 and December 7, 2023.1 When you enroll during this time, your coverage begins January 1, 2024. When you start to see and hear advertisements for the Medicare Annual Enrollment period on TV, social media, radio, and […]

If Medicare Parts A and B are not enough coverage for your medical needs, it may be time to learn more about Medicare Parts C and D.

HealthMarkets helps you differentiate between these 2 types of prescription payment options. Next time you visit the pharmacy counter, you may spot a sign advertising prescription discount cards. Those cards, which are usually free, promise big savings on drug costs. But before you get your prescription discount card and start using it, learn how it […]

Looking for the right Medicare Supplement plan for your needs? These 10 tips and answers to common questions will help you pick a plan that works for you. Here’s what you need to know… There’s a missing piece to your Medicare coverage. Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not pay for everything. A Medicare […]

You may have received a notice that your plan was not being renewed this upcoming year. First, don’t worry. Your current policy most likely can still be used through the end of the year, and you will have time to replace it before it expires. Even if your coverage is ending before the end of […]