Medicare Enrollment

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Understanding Medicare Advantage C-SNP Plans

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Dealing with a chronic illness involves navigating complex healthcare needs and frequent medical attention. Medicare Advantage Chronic Special Needs Plans (C-SNP) are beneficial for people struggling with chronic conditions because they offer specialized care tailored to specific health conditions. Learn […]

February 14, 2024
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 in 2019, allowing clients the opportunity to make […]

February 5, 2024
What happens if you missed your Initial Enrollment Period for Medicare? Use the General Enrollment Period

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

If your client did not enroll in Medicare during their Initial Enrollment Period, then they will have to wait until Medicare’s General Enrollment Period. Every year the General Enrollment Period (GEP) for Medicare occurs between January 1 and March 31. […]

January 17, 2024
Agent Guide to Medicare Enrollment Periods

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Navigating the complex world of Medicare can be overwhelming and confusing to your clients, particularly when it comes to understanding the various enrollment periods. These enrollment periods play a crucial role in determining when and how they can enroll in […]

June 8, 2023
Moving out of area with Medicare Advantage Plan: What Happens and How to Navigate the Process

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare Advantage plans (MAPD) have different service areas available to those who live within that area. Service areas are typically based on geographic regions, such as counties or states, depending on the plan. If you have clients that are moving […]

April 12, 2023
Understanding the Medicare Rule on 40 Work Credits: What You Need to Know

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

As you approach retirement age, you may have questions about Medicare eligibility. One of the requirements for Medicare is having a certain number of work credits. In this blog, we will explore the Medicare rule on 40 work credits and […]

March 28, 2023
What is the Low-Income Subsidy Benchmark Premium and How Does it Affect Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans?

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

The Medicare Extra Help program, also known as Low-Income Subsidy (LIS), assists low-income people with Medicare out-of-pocket costs associated with Part D prescription drug coverage. We cover the specifics of this program in our previous blog, The Ins and Outs […]

March 1, 2023
Can Non-U.S. Citizens Qualify for Medicare?

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Do you qualify for Medicare if you are not a U.S. Citizen? If you are a non-citizen living in the United States, you may still qualify to enroll in Medicare if you meet certain requirements and are a lawfully present […]

November 7, 2022
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

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