September 29, 2025
Dental and vision and hearing, oh my! Medicare Advantage Plans may try to tempt you with a variety of supplemental benefits—or things that Original Medicare can’t cover. These supplemental benefits can be extremely helpful, or they can end up being disappointing and misleading. Read this blog to learn what to look for when considering supplemental benefits and when to be cautious.
August 28, 2025
Fall Open Enrollment is the time of year when you can change your Medicare coverage, but knowing where to start can be tough. In this blog, you’ll learn strategies to choose the coverage that best fits your needs for 2026.
July 23, 2025
Everyone with Medicare faces the same question at some point—should I enroll in Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage Plan? Although both are part of the Medicare program, they differ in important ways. In this blog post, you’ll learn about the differences between Original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage Plan, and when you might consider one over the other.
June 23, 2025
Original Medicare Part B covers 80% of the cost of most services. But what about the other 20%? Or the other out-of-pocket costs like deductibles or inpatient copays? Let’s discuss Medigaps, which can help cover these costs.
May 28, 2025
When you have Medicare and another type of insurance, Medicare will either pay primary or secondary for your medical costs. Primary insurance pays first for your medical bills. Secondary insurance pays after your primary insurance.
April 28, 2025
Durable medical equipment (DME) includes items like walkers, wheelchairs, and oxygen tanks that help people with daily activities. In this blog, learn what DME is, who is eligible for coverage, and the rules surrounding Medicare support for these essential items.
April 1, 2025
Part D always covers medications, right? Not quite! Some drugs can be covered under both Part B or Part D—depending on what the drug is used for and how it’s administered. Misunderstanding Part B versus Part D drugs can lead to complications for you at the pharmacy or with your billing. Read more to learn the difference between Part B and Part D drugs.
February 25, 2025
The stress of affording your medication is a familiar feeling for too many people. Although this year brings the new $2,000 cap on Part D spending, there are other ways, too, to help you lower your Part D costs. This blog reviews four cost-saving programs and strategies.
January 28, 2025
Late enrollment in Medicare or a higher income can lead to higher premiums. However, everyone has the right to appeal their premium determination. Understanding how these premiums work can help you assess their accuracy and decide if you should appeal.
December 19, 2024
Your Medicare coverage and costs can change each year, so it’s important to understand and review your benefits. Here’s an overview of what’s new in 2025.