Does Medicare Cover the Shingles Vaccine?
One of the most frequently asked questions from seniors is: Does Medicare Cover the Shingles Vaccine? Shingles is a skin rash that is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you had chickenpox…
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery? The answer is yes. Medicare pays for certain cataract treatments, but how much it pays and how much you will need to pay varies. The first step is getting a…
How do Medicare Supplement Plans Work?
Medicare is great, but it leaves some gaps that are the result of deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments. That’s where Medicare Supplement insurance comes in. This type of policy helps with Medicare’s out-of-pocket costs. It’s different…
Can I Change Medicare Supplement Plans Anytime?
Can I Change Medicare Supplement Plans at Anytime? The short answer is yes, but there are some details that you need to know. You’re technically allowed to change a Medicare supplement plan anytime you want, but you can be turned down if you do not pass underwriting. Keep reading to get the details or call […]
Does Medicare Cover An Annual Physical
Medicare Wellness Visit vs. Annual PhysicalDoes Medicare cover a physical exam? The short answer is no, but it does cover a wellness exam. Here’s a question for you, “what’s the difference between a Medicare Annual Wellness visit versus an Annual Physical and which one is covered by Medicare?” Before your head explodes, take a minute and […]
Vision Insurance for Seniors on Medicare
vision plans for seniors on medicareMedicare Vision Coverage – Let’s talk about your eyes, certainly everyone should consider vision insurance, when we know that 75% of the population is going to need help seeing clearly as they age. So knowing this, why do many forgo this important insurance coverage, especially when you consider the cost […]
What to do When Moving to Another State with Medicare
What to do With Medicare When Moving out of State Find An Affordable Medicare Supplement Plan Most seniors who are embarking on a challenging move (they’re all challenging), are likely to have questions about whether their Medicare Plans will follow them to another state. Our intention in this guide is to answer your questions clearly but […]
Penalties For Not Signing Up For Medicare
Medicare PenaltyPenalties for not signing up for Medicare: Believe it or not, there are penalties for not signing up for Medicare. Now, it’s not like the federal government is forcing you to enroll in Medicare. But, if you don’t sign up during your eligibility window, you are going to face some pretty significant fees. To […]
Medicare Part B | What Does it Cover
What is Medicare Part B?Medicare Part B: Original Medicare has two separate parts: Medicare Part A, which covers hospital costs, and Part B, which is your medical insurance. This post is going to tell you just about everything you need to know about Medicare Part B. We’ll look at what it costs, what’s covered (and […]
Medicare Part A | What Does It Cover
What Is Medicare Part A?Original Medicare has two separate parts: Medicare Part A, which covers hospital costs, and Medicare Part B, which is your medical insurance. Typically, most Medicare recipients have both of these parts, your Medicare Supplement Plan can cover the costs that Medicare Part A does not. This post will offer a detailed […]