Big changes to Medicare are coming soon – now that Republicans are in charge. And Social Security is certainly on the table because it makes up 25% of the federal budget. Most voters over 55 favored Donald Trump – and…
Medicare costs are going up in 2017
Medicare costs are going up in 2017. Most people on Medicare currently pay a Part B premium of $104.90. That will go up in January to about $109. For people who are new to Medicare, or those who are not…
What is wrong with Medicare Part D
What is wrong with Medicare Part D? Let me give you an example. I got a call yesterday from a man who is 66 years old. He is still working and has employer health insurance. He takes Enbrel, a drug…
Checking in on my Medicare clients
I’m checking in on my Medicare clients because the Medicare Open Enrollment Period is coming up. I try to call many of my clients to see if they are happy with their Medicare Advantage plan because this is the time…
Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15th to December 7th. During the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, people can change their Medicare Advantage plan or their Part D plan. Their new plan begins on January 1, 2017. There are some important changes to…
Medigap Plans for People under 65
Are Medigap plans for people under 65 available in Arizona? Medigap plans for people under 65 are not available in Arizona and 19 other states. An article on kff.org looks at which states require insurance companies to sell Medigap plans…