The Federal Medicare Extra Help program also referred as the Medicare Low Income Subsidy (LIS) program, is for people with full Medicaid coverage as well as for people who are not on Medicaid but who have limited income. (See Medicare … Read More
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What is Medicare Part D for 2022?
Medicare Part D Plan is used either as a stand-alone plan (Original Medicare with or without Medicare Supplement also known as Medigap) or as a part of Medicare Advantage with Prescription Drugs (MAPD). There are multiple Medicare Part D Plans … Read More
How to Apply for Medicare Online
If you are within three months of age 65 or older and not ready to start your monthly Social Security benefits yet, you can apply for Medicare online and wait to apply for your retirement later. To apply for Medicare, … Read More
Where should I ask Questions – Social Security or Medicare?
Who do I contact – Social Security or Medicare? Social Security offers retirement, disability, and survivors benefits. Medicare provides health insurance. Because these services are often related, you may not know which agency to contact for help. The Social Security … Read More
Medicare Part D Premium and Part B Premium by Income – 2021
The post below describes 2021 Medicare Part D premium and Part B premium based on income. Medicare Part B Premium based on Income – 2021 The standard Part B premium amount in 2021 is $148.50. Most people will pay the … Read More
What are Medicare Changes in 2021?
The post below describes 2021 Medicare changes for Premiums and Costs for Medicare Part A, Part B as well as for Part D. Article Contents Medicare Part A Cost 2021 Medicare Part B Premium and Cost 2021 Medicare Part D … Read More
Does Medicare cover Silver Sneakers?
SilverSneakers® is a comprehensive program for seniors to participate in physical activities. It is probably the best-known fitness program. SilverSneakers® membership includes access to every participating gym and fitness center in the network at more than 16,000 locations. Does Medicare … Read More
After AEP: Non-Renewal SEP and MA-OEP – 2019
Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) (also known as Medicare Open Enrollment Period) ended on Dec.7, but there are still plenty of opportunities for some individuals to make changes in their Medicare health plans. Two immediate options are Non-Renewal SEP (Special Enrollment … Read More
Can I have Medicare and Marketplace insurance at the same time?
Can you have Medicare and Marketplace insurance at the same time? Generally, once you have Medicare, it is illegal for you to enroll in Marketplace plan, known as a Qualified Health Plan (QHP). But see exceptions below. If you … Read More
Help with Medicare Costs – 2019
UPDATED May 5, 2019. Public benefit programs (such as Medicaid), providing help with Medicare Costs, use the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) guidelines to determine who qualifies for coverage. The table below includes the current income and resource limits someone needs … Read More