Medicare Advantage – The All-In-One Medicare Plan With a variety of options available, it can be difficult to narrow down your Medicare choices. Some people turn to Medicare Advantage (MA), also known as Part C, which is an “all in one” alternative to Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage plans are offered […] Learn Why Some People Switch to Medicare AdvantageNovember 28, 2019 in Medicare tagged dental / hearing exam / HMO / in-network providers / kaiser family foundation / Medicare Advantage / Original Medicare / out of pocket / Part A / Part B / Part C / Part D / pcp / primary care physician / Vision by Jenny McCann
What Medicare Changes should you expect in 2020? Medicare changes every year so be sure to keep an eye out for the changes! Part A and Part B are two very important pieces of Medicare. Okay so this week’s big question is will my Medicare benefits change in 2020 and […] Medicare Changes To Expect In 2020November 5, 2019 in Health / Medicare tagged Cost of living / Medicare changes ever year / Medicare changes in 2020 / Part A / Part A and b / Part B / Part C / Part D / Plan F / Plan G / Plan N / what to expect from changes in 2020 by Micah Boulter
Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D. What does it all mean? Understanding the different parts of Medicare can often feel overwhelming, almost like learning a new language. At Empower Brokerage, our mission is to […] Medicare Part D PenaltiesAugust 1, 2019 in Health / Medicare tagged medicare / Part D / prescription drug coverage / Prescription drugs by Haleigh Carr
Both guaranteed issue and open enrollment have guaranteed acceptance. That means no underwriting is required in order to get the Medicare supplement. What is the difference Open enrollment is the time period 6 months before and after Medicare Part B effective date. Signups are an ongoing process during this 12-month […] Guaranteed Issue and Open EnrollmentJune 5, 2019 in Medicare tagged Medicare Supplement / open enrollment period / Part D by Noah Thomas
Medicare changes every year. It’s important to stay up to date. We want to help you understand some of the key differences between Medicare in 2018 and 2019. If you don’t have a clear understanding of Medicare, the video below will be a helpful resource. Before we show the Medicare changes, […] Medicare Changes in 2019June 5, 2019 in Health / Medicare tagged medicare benefits / Medicare changes / Part A / Part B / Part D by Haleigh Carr
Within the vast field of Health Insurance, Medicare Supplements can be difficult to understand. Our goal is to help you understand this topic and clear up any type of confusion. What is Medicare? Before we go into Medicare Supplements, let’s make sure we have a clear understanding of Medicare. For […] Basics of Medicare SupplementsJune 4, 2019 in Health / Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Costs / Medicare Supplement / Medigap / Part D by Haleigh Carr
As you may already know as a person on Medicare, it does not provide the total coverage you need. This gap in your plan can lead to you not being fully protected and often times the cost can still add up. Many tend to turn to the old faithful Medigap […] How To Pick The Best Medicare Supplement PlansMay 24, 2019 in Medicare tagged Medicare Supplement / Medigap / Part D by Jadon Sennet
In addition to portability and guaranteed issue, Medicare Supplements also offer a wide variety of standardized plans that give you a little more control over your coverage. Variety of Plans One of the best parts about Medicare Supplements is the variety. The 10 standard Medicare Supplement policies offer a wide […] Why Pay More for a Medicare Supplement Policy? Part 3May 22, 2019 in Medicare tagged Medicare Supplement / Part D / prescription drug coverage by Andrea Hektner
Medicare 2018 Coverage Update It is that time of year again when Medicare coverage has changed. The Medicare 2018 coverage for seniors has changed slightly. These changes are important to understand so you know what to expect when visiting a hospital or doctor. Surprise medical bills are never fun to […] Medicare 2018 Coverage UpdateJanuary 17, 2018 in Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Costs / Part A / Part B / Part D by Andrea Hektner
When deciding which Medicare plan is best for you, one of the most important factors to consider is the prescription drug coverage. A formulary is the list of drugs that a plan covers. Being familiar with your plan’s formulary is important because it identifies which drugs are covered, at what […] What is a Medicare Formulary?September 12, 2017 in Medicare tagged Medicare Supplement / Part D / prescription drug coverage / Prescription drugs by Andrea Hektner