How to Change or Switch Medicare Plans?
Annual Election Period (AEP), October 15 and December 7, is the time each year when you can review your coverage and make changes to your plans. You can: Change from Medicare Part A and Part B (Original Medicare) to a Part C (private Medicare Advantage) plan Change from Medicare Advantage back to Original Medicare Join, drop or switch […]
How to Choose the Right Medicare Plan
Are you trying to choose the right Medicare plan and finding that the deeper you go the more complicated Medicare gets? It’s like a proverbial rabbit hole. The more you dig, the more there is to know. That’ is why there isn’t one right plan that fits everyone. Hopefully, we can give you some good […]
Do I Need to sign up for Medicare If I’m Still Working at 65?
Q: Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I’m still working? A: Medicare eligibility begins at age 65, and signing up on time can help you avoid premium surcharges. But if you’re working at 65, you get a bit more leeway. Medicare eligibility starts at age 65. Your initial window to […]
How to Enroll in Medicare
Summary: You have several options when the time comes for you to enroll in Medicare. For some people, Medicare enrollment is automatic, while for others, it may depend on when and how they become eligible. How to enroll in Medicare You can enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Medicare Part B in the following ways: […]
Who is Eligible for Medicare?
Generally, Medicare is available for people age 65 or older, younger people with disabilities and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant). Medicare has two parts, Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medicare Insurance). You are eligible for premium-free Part A if you are age 65 or older and […]