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New legislation passed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer has made surprise medical billing in Michigan an illegal practice. The law prohibits medical providers from sending large bills to patients receiving out of network care on an emergency basis, known as balance billing. For people receiving non-emergency care, the out-of-network provider must […]

Surprise Medical Billing in Michigan

November 23, 2020 in Health / Medicare tagged current events / finances / government acts & responses / health insurance / medicare by Jeffrey Cooperstein

Though typical health insurance and Medicare provide some long-term care coverage, many of the costs are left for the beneficiary to cover. — AARP reports that approximately half of all Americans aged 65 and up will need some form of long-term care in their lifetimes. Though typical health insurance and Medicare provide some long-term care coverage, many of the costs are left for the beneficiary to cover. Long-term care insurance helps protect an […]

What is Long-Term Care Coverage

November 21, 2020 in Health / life / Medicare tagged aging statistics / alzheimer's disease / finances / long term care insurance / medicare by Macee Hall

When enrolling in or reviewing an existing Medicare policy, make sure to be aware of the rising 2021 Medicare premiums and deductibles. — Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is officially underway, and beneficiaries can expect a few changes for the coming year including Medicare rate increases. Beneficiaries can expect to see increases in 2021 Medicare premiums and deductibles. Medicare Part A Medicare Part A covers inpatient services like inpatient hospital, skilled nursing facility (SNF), […]

2021 Medicare Premiums and Deductibles

November 14, 2020 in Medicare tagged Annual Enrollment Period / medicare / Medicare Costs / Part A / Part B by Macee Hall

Those on Medicare who also live on a low-income may qualify for dual eligibility, which could help them cover or significantly lower their health care costs. — Government programs Medicare and Medicaid provide health care cost assistance for tens of millions of Americans each year, but there are sometimes gaps that the programs do not cover. Those on Medicare who also live on a low-income may qualify for dual eligibility, which could help them cover or significantly […]

Dual Eligibility: What You Need to Know

November 12, 2020 in Medicare tagged mediare supplement / medicare / Medicare changes / Medicare Costs by Macee Hall

Although many people know the terms Medicare and Medicaid, it may be easy to confuse the two. — Many Americans are acquainted with the terms Medicare and Medicaid, but few are familiar with the policies each provides. Fortunately, there are many resources available to help you and your family understand your insurance options. Here are some basics to help you navigate Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Medicare programs are […]

Navigating Medicare and Medicaid

November 5, 2020 in Health / Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Advantage / Medicare Costs / Medicare Supplement by Macee Hall

With AEP in full swing, take a look at the top 5 CMS changes for 2021. People with End-Stage Renal Disease are eligible to enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan. At the beginning of 2021, people with ESRD are allowed to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. That is also […]

Top 5 CMS changes for 2021

November 3, 2020 in Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Advantage / Medicare changes / Medicare Costs by Jeffrey Cooperstein

agents in the pandemic — The pandemic has drastically cut down on the amount of in-person interaction all of us are having with our family and friends. Likewise, the pandemic has further cut down on the interaction we have with people providing services like insurance agents. While this is our current situation, understanding your Medicare […]

Why You Still Need An Agent In The Pandemic

September 27, 2020 in Health / life / Medicare tagged insurance help / medicare / medicare agents by Joe Manichia

the Medicare and You 2021 handbook includes lots of valuable information and answers to frequently asked questions to help you feel prepared for the upcoming open enrollment period! — Understanding Medicare is no simple task. With yearly changes and several plan options, Medicare can be confusing. Luckily, the Medicare and You 2021 handbook includes lots of valuable information and answers to frequently asked questions to help you feel prepared for the upcoming open enrollment period! The Medicare and You […]

A Look at the Medicare and You 2021 Handbook

September 26, 2020 in Medicare tagged cms / COVID-19 / medicare / medicare benefits / Medicare changes by Macee Hall

medicare changes in 2021 — Did you know every year there are changes to Medicare? It’s true. Each year, the government makes slight adjustments to Medicare by adding or removing benefits. Below are the current changes for 2021 from the Medicare and You Handbook for 2021. As always, consult with your Insurance agent to stay […]

Medicare Changes In 2021

September 23, 2020 in Medicare tagged health insurance / medicare / Medicare changes / teleheath by Joe Manichia

dual eligibility — Almost all Americans know that Medicare is a government-funded healthcare program for citizens over 65. Most people also know that Medicaid is the government-funded healthcare program for low-income individuals. However, most Americans are not aware that if you qualify for both programs you may be enrolled in both, this is […]

Medicare & Medicaid: Dual Eligibility

September 17, 2020 in Health / Medicare tagged Dual Eligible / health insurance / Medicaid / medicare by Joe Manichia