Looking for a Medicare checklist to help you sign up for benefits? If your 65th birthday is coming up, it’s time to start thinking about Medicare. The process can seem overwhelming, but with a Medicare checklist, you can enroll in just seven simple steps. This step-by-step guide will help you:  Understand your options Mark important […]

Curious about the benefits of Medicare Advantage?1 If you’re turning 65 or you’re already enrolled in Medicare, you’ve likely come across Medicare Advantage plans. Fun fact: An estimated 54% of Medicare beneficiaries enroll in Medicare Advantage plans.2 More fun facts: The average Medicare beneficiary can choose from 43 different Medicare Advantage plans.2 Sounds interesting, right? […]

Wondering if there’s a way to get help with prescription drug costs? If you have a Medicare Part D plan, you may be able to get help through state pharmaceutical assistance programs (also called SPAP). What’s an SPAP? Here’s the simple answer: SPAPs are state-funded programs designed to make prescription drugs more affordable for people […]

If you’re a Medicare recipient or you’re considering a Medicare plan, you may be wondering how the new 2024 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 B, […]

If you’re on Medicare, you might be glad to have enrolled in it once. And for that reason, you may never be tempted to review your plan’s coverage ever again. It would certainly be your right to do that; your benefits would simply auto-renew each year. But it may be in your best interest. It’s […]

Going through life changes? You may be able to enroll in Medicare or make changes to your plan. Learn what changes qualify.   You may have heard that you can sign up for health insurance only during a certain time of year. But when your child left their job recently, they signed up during a […]

Getting to the doctor can be challenging. Perhaps you have vision problems or joint pain that makes it difficult to drive. Or maybe you have an injury or condition that needs to be checked often. In these situations, you may be a candidate for in-home care. This is where a medical provider drives to your […]

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.

What is Medicare Part C all about?  Medicare Part C works similarly to Original Medicare, but some of the differences may work to your advantage. In this guide, we’ll explain what Medicare Part C covers, enrollment, costs, the types of plans available. What is Medicare Part C? Medicare Part C, also called Medicare Advantage (MA), […]

Are Medicare decisions dragging you down? Let us help by bringing you up to speed on one of your options: Medicare Advantage. In this article, we’ll explain how Medicare Advantage works, what it can cover, and more. How Does Medicare Advantage Work? Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurance companies who will administer your […]

If you’re in a Medicare Advantage plan or a Part D prescription drug plan, be sure to sort through your mail pile and email inbox. In September, your insurance company should send you an Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) letter. It may seem like another boring piece of mail, but it’s more important than you […]

You might be wondering, “How many parts of Medicare are there?” Medicare is actually made up of four parts: A, B, C, and D. Here’s a quick overview of what these Medicare parts cover. Medicare Part A is hospital insurance (e.g., inpatient care, skilled nursing facility care, home health care, and hospice care). Medicare Part […]