Medicare Enrollment & Education
The annual Medicare 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, 2021. During this period you can: switch …
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Enrollees in Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) should have received letters from their insurance companies by now detailing any changes in coverage for the year ahead, called the Annual Notice of Change. This document arrives in September each year, just ahead …
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You’ve been to the doctor and paid your copay. How are you going to know when your claim is filed and finalized? Simple, you’ll get your Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Your EOB will break down the service you received at the doctor’s office, the cost, and what you might have to pay. What Is an …
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Are you turning 65 this year? If so, you probably already know this is the year you are eligible for Medicare. Read on for some useful tips to keep in mind as you consider your Medicare enrollment options. 1. You Have A Set Time To Enroll In MedicareYou can sign up for Medicare for the first time …
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You've likely heard about the coronavirus (officially called 2019-novel coronavirus or COVID-19) in the news. While there isn't a vaccine yet, your Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a test to see if you have coronavirus. This test is covered when your doctor or a health care provider …
Telling the difference between a preventive visit and an office visit can be confusing, especially if you wind up having both kind of services in one visit. Preventive Visit The purpose of a preventive visit is to review your overall health, identify risks and find out how to stay healthy. The …
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