Do you ever leave the doctor's office and realize you didn't remember what he or she said? Or maybe you heard, but didn't fully understand? Here is your chance to learn how to make the most of your visits with the
If you had health insurance coverage through a Marketplace plan in 2016 with a premium tax credit, you can expect to receive Form 1095-A by mail no later than mid-February. This form can also be downloaded from your healthcare.gov account even
The holidays are often surrounded by lots of eating, drinking, and all of your favorite holiday treats. Although it is a time of celebration, you can still enjoy the foods you love in moderation. Below are a few simple tips that
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The first deadline for the Marketplace Open Enrollment is this Thursday (December 15) if you want coverage to take effect January 1st. Open enrollment – which runs from November 1, 2016 to January 31, 2017 – is the one time of
In an earlier blog, we explained the importance of understanding inpatient vs outpatient status with Medicare. The reason this is so important is because Medicare Part A only pays for skilled nursing services costs if you have been formally admitted to
The deadline to enroll in a Florida Medicare plan is just one week away, on December 7. Medicare open enrollment (which runs from October 15 - December 7) is the one time of year when you can change your Medicare coverage.
Recently, Legacy Health Insurance provided a Medicare educational seminar at Summit at Venice, located in downtown Venice Florida. This assisted living community is centrally located across from Centennial Park – in the quaint downtown area of Venice. I had the pleasure
A frequent question I get from many clients is how can a Medicare Advantage plan have no monthly premium? This is possible because Medicare Advantage insurance companies are provided a monthly stipend from Medicare. That stipend is then used to subsidize
Legacy Health Insurance recently provided a seminar on Medicare Part D at the Friendship Centers, located in Venice Florida. As a corporate partner of the Friendship Centers, we share in their enthusiasm for supporting our senior communities. Their passion to help
Earlier this month, Legacy Health Insurance provided a Medicare educational seminar at Cypress Springs, located in Lakewood Ranch Florida. This independent living community provides a variety of life enrichment programs and activities for its senior community. Here you can enjoy the
This is the time of year to get information on your Florida Medicare options to ensure you’re not missing on possible savings. For most people, the annual Medicare open enrollment period (October 15 – December 7) is the one time each
Legacy Health Insurance recently had the pleasure of providing a Medicare educational seminar at the Aging in Paradise Resource Center, located on Longboat Key Florida. It was a terrific experience to meet everyone who attended, and even more impressive is the
There are several factors to consider when selecting a Florida Medicare plan each year, such as: • Are my doctors, hospital, and pharmacy in the network – will they accept the plan I want to enroll in? • Am I going
Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7) is an especially opportune time to get wise about Medicare. Whether you’re 65 and about to enroll for the first time, you’re a current Medicare beneficiary and want to make smart decisions for 2017,
Every year during Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) you can shop for a Medicare Advantage (Part C) or a prescription drug (Part D) plan. These plans can and do change from year to year, as can your health
Open enrollment is rapidly approaching and is the one time of year when you can add or switch your healthcare coverage. Open enrollment for the coming year runs from November 1, 2016 to January 31, 2017. Important dates for 2017 enrollment:
Every Medicare Part D plan (whether it’s a stand-alone plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage built-in) is structured with 3 stages of coverage: Initial Coverage Stage: in this stage you pay a flat fee (called a co-pay) for
Open enrollment is rapidly approaching and is the one time of year when you can add, drop, or switch your Medicare coverage. Open enrollment for the coming year runs from October 15 to December 7, with coverage beginning January 1, 2017.
Much like the Medicare Part D penalty, you may also be subject to a penalty if you decide not to enroll in Medicare Part B when you are first eligible. The late enrollment penalty for Medicare Part B is an additional 10% for each
Many people are not aware that if you decide not to enroll in Medicare Part D when you are first eligible, you may be subject to a penalty. The late enrollment penalty for Medicare Part D is an additional 1% (of the national
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