As the summer comes to a close and fall begins, you will begin to hear and see many more Medicare insurance ads than you usually see throughout the year, in preparation for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period that begins in October. Medicare insurance companies are ramping up their Medicare advertising, eager to attract new enrollees, and their advertising tactics are designed to get the attention of every current and newly enrolling Medicare member. While CMS does impose regulations on Medicare marketing, Medicare advertising may still raise eyebrows and can be misleading. For example, Medi ..read more

The transition to Medicare is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy health care benefits when you are 65 and older, or have a disability or medical conditions that provide you with coverage when you are under the age of 65. To help you learn more about this program and prepare for enrollment, here are five positive facts about Original Medicare that you may enjoy discovering. You Can Access Original Medicare Healthcare Benefits Throughout the United States and Its Territories If you have Original Medicare, medical coverage is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia in the U.S., and ..read more

Medicare provides coverage when you’re in the hospital or a skilled nursing facility, but what about when you need health care services while you are at home? There are many instances where Medicare beneficiaries don’t require hospital admittance or were just discharged, but need temporary medical care at home while recovering from an injury or illness. Let’s explore what home health care is, what part of Medicare covers these services and the necessary qualifications to receive these benefits. What Is Home Health Care? Medicare beneficiaries who require assistance in their home to heal from a ..read more

Getting immunized against serious diseases can reduce your chance of serious illness and helps limit community transmission. But you may be wondering if Medicare covers all the vaccines you need. In fact, “Does Medicare cover the shingles vaccine?” and “Does Medicare cover flu shots?” are two common questions asked by beneficiaries. Let’s explore which immunizations are covered by Medicare. Medicare Part A (Hospital Coverage) Original Medicare is a federal government program that offers health insurance to seniors and other eligible individuals in two coverage areas, Part A and Part B. Medicar ..read more

Taking your prescribed medications is a crucial aspect of maintaining good health, easing symptoms and treating medical conditions. It’s also important to pay attention to the out-of-pocket costs associated with your medications. To help with budgeting, it’s crucial to understand the four phases of Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, particularly costs associated with the “donut hole.” Each phase of your Part D plan can have various out-of-pocket drug expenses. Let’s explore the anticipated costs in the coverage gap and how you can lower your prescription drug expenses while you’re in ..read more

At Medicare Portal, we’ve developed free virtual educational webinars for the most requested topics that we receive from beneficiaries, financial advisors, assisted living facilities and human resources. To better assist you in your transition into Medicare, we welcome you to our Original Medicare versus Medicare Advantage webinar: What will you learn at the Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage webinar? What is Original Medicare? What is Medicare Advantage? How do these options differ? What are the benefits of these options? How to choose which option is right for you? Who should attend t ..read more

At Medicare Portal, we’ve developed free virtual educational webinars for the most requested topics that we receive from beneficiaries, financial advisors, assisted living facilities and human resources. To better assist you in your transition into Medicare, we welcome you to our Medicare Part D webinar: What will you learn at the Medicare Part D webinar? Whether you are turning 65 or currently enrolled in a Part D plan, it is important that you understand how to identify the right plan for your prescription needs and budget. What is Medicare Part D? Medicare Part D costs, including the donut ..read more

At Medicare Portal, we’ve developed free virtual educational webinars for the most requested topics that we receive from beneficiaries, financial advisors, assisted living facilities and human resources. To better assist you in your transition into Medicare, we welcome you to our Medicare Working Past 65 webinar: What will you learn at the Medicare Working Past 65 webinar? Participants will learn exactly what they need to know about working past 65 and Medicare, covering topics that include: Should I enroll in Medicare if I am still working at age 65? When turning 65, do I enroll in Medicare ..read more

At Medicare Portal, we’ve developed free virtual educational webinars for the most requested topics that we receive from beneficiaries, financial advisors, assisted living facilities and human resources. To better assist you in your transition into Medicare, we welcome you to our Medicare Basics webinar: What will you learn at the Medicare Basics webinar? Participants will learn exactly what they need to know about enrolling in Medicare, covering topics that include: Important eligibility information Medicare benefits of Parts A, B, C, D and Medigap Medicare costs, including the donut hole En ..read more

At Medicare Portal, we’ve developed free virtual educational webinars for the most requested topics that we receive from beneficiaries, financial advisors, assisted living facilities and human resource departments. To better assist you in your transition into Medicare, we welcome you to our educational events: Medicare Basics Covers the five most frequently asked questions: What is Medicare? When and how do you enroll? Are you eligible and how to avoid gaps in coverage and late enrollment penalties. Medicare and Working Past 65 Identifies key dates, timelines and actions you need to take when ..read more