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Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplaces

November 28, 2022

Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplaces

What are the Health Insurance Marketplaces? The Health Insurance Marketplaces were created by the Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA. The Marketplaces allow people to buy insurance if they do not have insurance or if they need more insurance. You can access the Marketplace online or over the phone. Some states have their […]

How Medicare Works with Military Benefits

October 28, 2022

How Medicare Works with Military Benefits

Some people have multiple types of health insurance, so it is important to know that Medicare coverage works differently with other kinds of insurance. This article reviews how Medicare works with two kinds of military benefits—TRICARE and Veterans Affairs benefits. First, let’s start with TRICARE. TRICARE is a health insurance program provided by the federal […]

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February 21, 2019

Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance and Medical Underwriting

Medicare Supplement, or “Medigap,” insurance policies are designed to fill the cost-sharing gaps for people with Original Medicare. You may have questions about when and how to apply for a Medigap insurance policy. Your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will help you assess Medigap options and guidelines specific to your state and your individual circumstances.