Understanding The Part D Penalty

Are you confused about the Part D penalty? You are not alone- it can be confusing. Part D enrollment is optional, but if you do not sign up for Part D you may have a late enrollment penalty if you enroll at a later time. So what is the Part D penalty exactly? The Part D late enrollment penalty is one percent of the national average Part D premium for each month that you delayed Part D…
What Is Medicare Open Enrollment Period?

What Is Medicare Open Enrollment Period?

If you are 65 or turning 65, you have probably been hearing about Medicare Open…

Understanding The Differences Between Medicare Part B & Part D

Understanding The Differences Between Medicare Part B & Part D

At this point we’ve established that Medicare is confusing. It’s equally confusing to understand your…

What is the Medicare Donut Hole?

What is the Medicare Donut Hole?

The Coverage Gap, or Donut Hole, is one of the most confusing parts of Medicare,…

Working at 65 – Should I Get Part B?

Working at 65 – Should I Get Part B?

This is the first blog post in the Working at 65 series, which aims to educate those…

The 411 On Medicare Coverage For Dental Services

The 411 On Medicare Coverage For Dental Services

Medicare coverage for dental services can be confusing, limited and leave many people with large…

How Medicare Works With Other Health Insurance

How Medicare Works With Other Health Insurance

By now you know that when you turn 65 years old, you are eligible for…

Why You Need to Compare Medicare Part D Plans

Why You Need to Compare Medicare Part D Plans

There is a huge number of people who could be saving large sums of money…

What Is a Medicare Supplement Plan? (Medigap)

What Is a Medicare Supplement Plan? (Medigap)

A Medicare Supplement plan also known as a Medigap policy, is designed to help pay for some…

What is the difference between a Medicare Supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan?

What is the difference between a Medicare Supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan?

If you’re eligible for Medicare, you should consider a Medicare Supplement or a Medicare Advantage Plan to…