Medicare Enrollment

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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
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
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
How do you transition to Medicare from Employer-based health insurance?

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

These days there are a lot of people working past 65, the age when you become eligible for Medicare benefits. As a result, many of them are postponing their Medicare enrollment under the qualifying condition of having “creditable coverage.” This […]

March 31, 2020
Medicare Supplements Guide: Understanding the Ins and Outs

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare Supplements are a great product to add to your portfolio in order to increase your yearly income. Whether you’re an existing Medicare agent wanting to keep sales up outside of the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, or if you are […]

January 7, 2020
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period: Agent Guide

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

As the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) comes to an end, agents need to remember the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP). The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) reinstated OEP starting 2019, allowing clients the opportunity to make […]

December 10, 2019
How Medicare Affects Your Health Savings Account

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

People aging into Medicare need to be aware how Medicare affects their Health Savings Account (HSA) and what Medicare expenses you can use the account to pay. Here are the answers to common questions on how Medicare and Health Savings […]

December 3, 2019

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