What is the Low-Income Subsidy Benchmark Premium and How Does it Affect Medicare Advantage 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 […]
4 Medicare Changes You Need to Know For 2023
There are many changes coming to Medicare this year due to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and other Medicare policies. Some changes will affect everyone on Medicare with […]
Can Non-U.S. Citizens Qualify for Medicare?
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 […]
5 Things to Consider When Approaching Medicare to Avoid Common Mistakes
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 […]
What Are 5 Star Medicare Advantage Plans
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 […]
The In’s and Out’s of the Medicare Savings Programs
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 […]
The Ins and Outs of Extra Help, Low-Income Subsidy
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 […]
How to Market and Grow your Medicare Business with LIS and MSP Eligible Beneficiaries
Are you looking for ways to grow your Medicare business outside of the Annual Election Period (AEP)? Year-round marketing is not only essential for laying the groundwork for the next […]
2024 Part B Costs and IRMAA Brackets
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 […]
How Does Medicare Work with Third Party Injury Payments?
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 […]
