Medicare Enrollment

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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 0
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
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

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