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5 Things to Consider When Approaching Medicare to Avoid Common Mistakes

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

There are many things to consider when you are nearing Medicare eligibility. Enrollment timelines and requirements can vary depending on many personal factors; making the wrong decision could cost you lifetime penalties or incomplete coverage. Here is a list of […]

June 8, 2022
What Are 5 Star Medicare Advantage Plans

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans are an easy way to know if you are enrolling in a plan that offers excellent healthcare and customer service. Medicare Advantage (or Part C) plans are rated from one to five stars, with […]

April 20, 2022
The In’s and Out’s of the Medicare Savings Programs

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare may give people access to medical coverage, but there are still many expenses that beneficiaries are responsible for. These expenses can add up from monthly premiums, co-pays, co-insurance, and prescription drug costs. For beneficiaries with limited income and resources, […]

August 10, 2021
The Ins and Outs of Extra Help, Low-Income Subsidy

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment , Part D Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare costs can add up for beneficiaries for both prescriptions and medical costs. Even with Medicare coverage, they have a myriad of potential expenses including premiums, co-pays, co-insurance, and prescription drug costs, as well as potential penalties for Part B […]

June 24, 2021
2023 Part B Costs and IRMAA Brackets

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

How much does Medicare Part B cost? Some people automatically get Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance), and some people need to sign up for Part B. The amount you pay monthly can vary depending on your income, and if you don’t […]

April 6, 2021
How Does Medicare Work with Third Party Injury Payments?

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare is secondary payer to group health plan insurance in specific circumstances, but is also secondary to liability insurance (including self-insurance), no-fault insurance, and Workers’ Compensation (WC). An insurer or WC plan cannot supersede federal law by alleging its coverage […]

March 25, 2021
Marketing Strategies for Medicare Agents

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare

Whether you are a seasoned agent or just starting out in Medicare, marketing is one of the most important activities you should be doing in order to increase sales, retain clients, and grow your Medicare business. After years of helping […]

December 15, 2020
Medicare Resources During COVID-19

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare

There are many resources available to Medicare recipients during the COVID-19 Pandemic. To help our customers navigate safely during this time, we put together a list of useful Medicare resources intended to help you utilize your Medicare coverage during social […]

August 13, 2020
How to Utilize Educational Workshops to Increase Medicare Leads

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare

A big issue for many Medicare Agents is finding consistent leads year-round, outside of the busy Annual Election Period (AEP). There are still a lot of people that are eligible to enroll in plans outside of AEP, including upwards of […]

May 20, 2020
Understanding Medicare’s 3-Day Rule For Skilled Nursing Facilities

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Although Medicare does cover care provided in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), there are requirements before this coverage will be effective. Most notably, is Medicare’s 3-day Rule. Make sure you understand all of the conditions that need to be met […]

April 30, 2020

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