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Not affiliated with the United States government or the federal Medicare program. Not endorsed by government agencies. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 294 organizations which offer 5,503 products. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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Medicare News & Updates

Important SSA Update: No More Paper Benefit Checks Starting September 30, 2025

If you currently receive your Social Security benefits by paper check, you’ll need to take action soon. Starting September 30, 2025, federal benefit payments will switch almost entirely to electronic payments. This change is happening to make payments safer, faster, and easier for everyone. What This Means for You How to Get Your Benefits Electronically

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September 19, 2025
Stay on Your Feet: Fall-Proof Your Home Before Autumn

September is prime time to tidy up tripping hazards and get ready for Falls Prevention Awareness Week (Sept 22–26, 2025)—a national push to help older adults stay independent and injury-free. Why this matters: Falls are the leading cause of injury in adults 65+; about 1 in 4 older adults reports falling each year. In 2023

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September 19, 2025
Reading Your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC)

Every August/September, your Medicare Advantage (MA) or Part D drug plan drops a thick envelope in your mailbox titled “Plan Annual Notice of Change (ANOC).” It’s the plan’s yearly “heads-up” on what will look different starting January 1, and by rule it has to reach you no later than September 30. Why the deadline? CMS

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September 1, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Costs
Do I need Medicare if I have insurance through my employer?
How can I get help paying for Medicare?
How is Medicare paid for?
How much is the Medicare late enrollment penalty?
Is Medicare Part A free?
Is Medicare Part B free?
Is there a deductible for Medicare?
What will my Medicare premium be?
Coverage
Do I need anything else if I have Parts A and B?
Do I need to renew my Medicare coverage each year?
Does Medicare cover hearing, vision, or dental?
How is Medicare paid for?
Is Medicare Part B free?
What are the differences between Medicare HMO’s and PPO’s?
What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
What is the Silver Sneakers program?
What’s better: Medicare Advantage Plans or Medigap Plans?
What’s better: Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage plans?
When can I change my Medicare if I don’t like my coverage?
When do my Medicare benefits start?
Will Medicare cover me if I travel outside the country?
Enrollment
Can I delay my Part B enrollment without a financial penalty?
Do I have to sign up or will I be automatically enrolled in Medicare when I turn 65?
Do I need Medicare if I am still working?
Do I need Medicare if I have insurance through my employer?
Do I need to enroll in Medicare if I have retiree health insurance?
How much is the Medicare late enrollment penalty?
What happens if I miss my IEP for Medicare?
What is a Special Enrollment Period (SEP)?
When can I add Part B to my Part A Medicare?
When can I enroll if I am under 65, but on disability?
When do I need to enroll in Medicare?
When is the Annual Election Period (AEP)?
When is the General Enrollment Period (GEP)?
When is the Initial Enrollment Period (IEP)?
When is the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment (OEP)?
When is the Medigap Open Enrollment Period?
Where can I apply for Medicare?
Parts of Medicare
What is “Original Medicare”?
What is a Medicare Medical Savings Account (MSA) Plan?
What is an MA-PD?
What is Medicare Part A?
What is Medicare Part B?
What is Medicare Part C / Medicare Advantage Plan?
What is Medicare Part D / Prescription Drug Plan?
What is Medigap / Medicare Supplemental Insurance?
What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?

Not affiliated with the United States government or the federal Medicare program. Not endorsed by government agencies.

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 294 organizations which offer 5,503 products. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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