Medicare Part F or Plan F?

A lot of people who learn about Medicare Plan F like what they hear. That’s no surprise, because Plan F has earned a well-deserved reputation over the years as the benchmark of Medicare Supplement Plans. Those same people, perhaps a little confused by the alphabet-soup nature of Medicare lingo, sometimes type “Medicare Part F” into their search engine when they’re looking for information about “Medicare Plan F.” This is such a common error that…

2016 Medicare Part A and Part B Premium and Deductibles

…eductibles for both Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B fluctuate from year to year. The Medicare administration has announced Medicare Part A and Part B rates for 2016, ­with changes taking effect Jan. 1, 2016. Compare 2016 Medicare Supplement Rates Medicare Part A in 2016 2016 Medicare Part A Premium: $411 The Medicare Part A premium, which only about 1 percent of Medicare recipients are required to pay, will be $411, a $4 increase from the…

How Do I Replace a Lost or Missing Medicare Card?

…your card, and it could provide peace of mind to know you’ve got your Medicare card and instant proof of your eligibility for so many great Medicare-covered services. For even greater peace of mind, you’ll want to check out Medicare supplement insurance and Medicare Advantage Plans. Enrollment in Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) provides health coverage you’ll need, but Medicare supplement (or Medigap) insurance provide…

Get Your Copy of Medicare and You 2014

…erage. How to Fill the Gaps in Medicare As Medicare & You states on page 56, “Medicare doesn’t cover everything.” That’s why it’s so important to make sure the many gaps in your Medicare coverage are filled by affordable Medicare supplement insurance or Medicare Advantage coverage. MedicareMall has been in the Medicare plans business for over twenty years, and can provide the most current information to help you choose the Medicare plan most…

2013 Traditional Medicare Changes

…& You is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to Medicare services and a valuable resource to help you understand all that Medicare has to offer. If you have questions about senior healthcare including traditional Medicare, Medicare supplement plans, or Medicare Advantage, contact a licensed, bonded MedicareMall representative and let us lead you with confidence through the Medicare maze! © 2012 MedicareMall.com MedicareMall Learning Center…

Make the Most of Open Enrollment by Comparing Medigap Plans and Prices

Although many people associate the Oct. 15-Dec. 7 Medicare Open Enrollment Period primarily with Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D, Open Enrollment is an important time for considering the benefits of Medicare supplement insurance. As you are probably aware, during Open Enrollment you have the options of: Switching from Original Medicare (Medicare Parts A and B) to a Medicare Advantage plan Switching from one Medicare Advantage plan to…

Medicare Supplement Insurance and Cancer

…earliest stages, when the prognosis and chances for a full recovery are best. Healthcare providers and cancer survivors everywhere agree that when it comes to cancer, the earlier you know what you’re up against, the better. Medicare Supplement Plans and Preventive Care All Medicare Supplement (or Medigap) plans except Plans K and L cover 100% of any coinsurance charge that applies to preventive care services covered by Medicare Part B. Plans K…

2013 Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period

…during the annual Disenrollment Period for Medicare Advantage, which in 2013 takes place from January 1 to February 14. During the Disenrollment Period for Medicare Advantage, you can: Return to Original Medicare Apply for a Medicare supplement Enroll in a stand-alone Part D plan If you’re thinking about dropping your Medicare Advantage plan during this year’s Disenrollment Period for Medicare Advantage, you’re well advised to look at Medicare

2014 Medicare Part A and Part B Premium and Deductibles

…eductibles for both Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B fluctuate from year to year. The Medicare administration has announced Medicare Part A and Part B rates for 2014, ­with changes taking effect Jan. 1, 2014. Compare 2014 Medicare Supplement Rates Medicare Part A in 2014 2014 Medicare Part A Premium: The Medicare Part A premium, which only about 1 percent of Medicare recipients are required to pay, will be $426, a $15 decrease from the 2013…

Top Five States for Medicare Enrollment—What Does it Mean to Live There?

…gh enrollment rates in Medicare Advantage plans, and—at least for people covered by these plans—lower-than-average Medicare consumer costs. The leading Medicare states are also well represented when it comes to enrollment in Medicare supplement plans. Residents of Texas and New York, especially, lean toward Medigap Plan F in their choice of Medicare supplement plans, which is a wise choice for most people. Average rates are competitive in these…

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