Just Been Diagnosed with Prediabetes? This is How You Can Reverse It:

Prediabetes and Medicare, TMA Blog

Well, it happened. The scary word “prediabetes” has left the doctors lips, and chances are you’ve probably entered panic mode. This isn’t a death certificate, though, and it’s certainly not a sure-fire indication that you’ll be diagnosed later with actual diabetes.  Here are a few things you should do now that you’ve been diagnosed with…

Where in the World are High Deductible Health Plans?

High Deductible Plans versus Low Deductible Plans, TMA Blog

Well, it’s official. Plan F of Medicare is being retired. We know, please take a moment to quietly wipe the tears away. Okay now that that’s over with, we can start asking some questions. What happens if you’re on plan F right now? Are you going to get kicked off? What will the new plan…

Generic and Brand Drugs in the Donut Hole

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Imagine this: you walk into your local pharmacy that you’ve been going to for years. The pharmacist that you know well at this point, Jean, tells you that your prescription is going to be much more than usual, as your coverage has been stopped. It’s official; you’ve reached the donut hole. What Does This Have…

How to Unlock Medicare Benefits as a Federal Employee

Medicare and Federal Employee Health Benefits, TMA Blog

We encounter many federal employees doubting if they should, or even can, enroll in the Medicare program. Will you lose your Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) if you enroll in Medicare? Do you really need Medicare if you have FEHB? Let us put your mind at ease. Even as a federal employee you are still…

[FREE Printable] 6 Phone Numbers Every Senior Should Have

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We are more than just your go-to place for complex Medicare answers – we’re also a great resource for the little things. Sometimes the simplest gestures can make life easier and that’s what we like to do for our clients. So, we’ve rounded up the phone numbers and websites of 6 important places and put…

The Medicare Benefit You Didn’t Know About

Silver Sneakers, Medicare benefit, TMA Blog

What if we told you there are gym memberships that could cost you nothing? What if you could choose between working out in a gym or at a location more comfortable to you? What if you could lower your life insurance premium by maintaining an active lifestyle through this free program? All this and more…

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Medicare… What Do You Need to Know?

Medicare and Rheumatoid Arthritis, TMA Blog

Managing your Rheumatoid Arthritis within the Medicare system can seem complicated and worrisome. Medicine costs and treatment plans are expensive and can change based on the progression of your disease. Instead of spending your time worrying about Medicare, we want to help you find the freedom to just focus on your health. Let us show…

How to File a HIPPA Complaint

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We hope you never have to, but in the event that you would like to file a complaint about HIPPA noncompliance, CMS just released this great infographic with step-by-step instructions. Click the image below to open it in a new window for you to download the file in PDF format. 

The Medicare Sign Up Questions You Need to be Asking

Medicare Sign Up Considerations, Trusted Medicare Answers

The sign up for Medicare can be anxiety-inducing and confusing. Many people feel like the system is actively working against them just to get more money. To make sure you’re getting the coverage you need to be a healthy, functioning person while not shoveling piles of money into the healthcare furnace, we encourage you to…

How to Sign Up for Medicare – Download Your Free Checklist

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Medicare is intricate, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you are new to Medicare, preparing to retire, or about to turn 65, you have several important decisions to make soon. We are here to make those choices clearer. We’ve outlined a checklist (with a timeline) for enrolling in Medicare and avoiding any late penalties…