Medicare and Health Savings Account
A Health Savings Account (HSA) lets you deposit untaxed dollars into a savings account that can be used to pay for qualified medical necessities. Employers and financial institutions offer this kind of savings account to eligible individuals. You may only contribute to an HSA at age 65 or older if you are covered by an…
Making the Most of Your Medicare Plan: Know Your Benefits and Save Money
Whether you’re on a limited income, or just trying to justify how much you’re paying for your Medicare Advantage plan, we all want to get the most out of our health care plan. Every plan comes with a lot of information and explanation about its benefits, and it can be overwhelming to drill down into…
A Preview of 2022: Medicare Part A and B Costs
It’s that time of year again, and Medicare has released the Medicare Part A & B Costs for 2022. Below are the key details that may affect your premiums going forward in the new year. Part A Costs If you don’t qualify for premium-free Part A, you can buy Part A. People who buy Part…
Is your Medicare plan still the best fit for you?
Even if nothing changed for you since last year, a lot can change about your plan. Each year around September you’ll receive your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) from your carrier.
How Much Does Medicare Cost?
While there are ways to get help paying for it, Medicare health insurance is not free. Learn more about the costs for standard Medicare premiums, copays and coinsurance amounts for each part of original Medicare.
How To Appeal a Denial of Coverage from a Medicare Advantage Plan
Getting a Denial of Coverage from your Medical Advantage plan can lead to unexpected costs and added stress. Learn more about how to appeal a Denial of Coverage from a Medicare Advantage plan.
What is the Medicare Part D Donut Hole?
If you get prescription medications through Medicare Part D, you might enter a coverage gap known as the Part D “Donut Hole” that could result in higher drug costs for you.
Does Medicare Cover Eyeglasses?
Original Medicare does not include routine vision care, which means it generally will not pay for eyeglasses, contact lenses, or eye exams. Read to find out more about Medicare coverage for vision care.
Medicare Mistakes That Will Cost You Money
There are several mistakes people new to Medicare can make that can seriously impact how much money they will have to pay for Medicare.
Ways to Save on Medicare Costs
One of the best ways to save on Medicare costs if you are enrolled in a Medicare Supplement, Part D, or Medicare Advantage plan is to do a careful review of your Medicare coverage every year.