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Medicare Minute: Part D Coverage Phases
The cost of your Medicare Part D-covered drugs may change throughout the year. If you notice that your drug prices have changed, it may be because you are in a different phase of Part D coverage. There are… Read More
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period Ends March 31!
You can sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Medicare Part B during the General Enrollment Period if both apply: You didn’t sign-up when you were first eligible. You aren’t eligible for a Special Enrollment Period. This opportunity… Read More
Four Signs That It’s a Scam
Protect yourself from fraud by learning how to identify scams. Here are four tactics scammers use: Scammers PRETEND to be from an organization you know. Scammers say there’s a PROBLEM or a PRIZE. Scammers PRESSURE you to act… Read More
How to Lower Your Part D Drug Costs
This year, people with Medicare may qualify for even more savings through the Extra Help program. This program helps some people pay their Medicare drug coverage (Part D) costs, like premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and other costs. The program… Read More
Medicare Minute: Ending Care Appeals
If you are receiving care in a hospital or non-hospital setting and are told that your Medicare will no longer pay for your care, you have the right to a fast appeal if you feel that continued care… Read More
Medicare Minute: What’s New in 2024?
With a new year comes changes to your Medicare costs and coverage. Download this timely handout for details on changes in hospital insurance, medical insurance and prescription drug coverage. When can I change my coverage in 2024? You… Read More
Medicare Minute: Part D Appeals – What to do when your medication isn’t covered
Want to learn what to do when a medication isn’t covered? Download this handout for tips. Part D appeals at a glance: • If your plan won’t cover your medication, you can appeal the decision. • The process… Read More
Medicare Minute: Choosing Doctors and Facilities
Depending on your coverage, you will have different considerations when choosing health care providers like doctors, hospitals, or medical equipment suppliers. Follow this link to review some of these factors, so you can get your care covered at… Read More
Protecting Yourself from Marketing Violations
During Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, you will likely experience more marketing from private Medicare plans, like Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D plans. Companies try to reach consumers in various ways, like television commercials, radio ads, events, mailings,… Read More
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April is National Volunteer Month
Make a difference by helping others navigate Medicare, join our team! Medicare can be complicated, but as a trained volunteer you can help by answering questions and providing personalized guidance to members of your community as they enroll… Read More