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What Are My Costs with Medicare Part C?

What Is Part C? Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, is sold through private insurance companies. It’s the alternative to enrolling in Original Medicare, which consists of Parts A and B. Part C allows for beneficiaries to customize their coverage and pick the areas which fit their medical needs. Being able to do this […]

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Do I Need Medicare Part B?

Part B is one of two components that make up Original Medicare. Part B offers a wide variety of coverage and is used by many beneficiaries. Part B is intended to be paired with Part A so that the beneficiary has access to the two main areas of coverage that Medicare offers. Let’s discuss what […]

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Is Original Medicare Free?

Original Medicare is not “free.” Just like enrollment, the amount a beneficiary pays for Medicare can depend on their tax history. Those who have been paying Medicare taxes for the required amount of time will pay less than those who haven’t paid Medicare taxes. What Is Original Medicare? Medicare is divided into different parts, each […]

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What Do Medicare Supplement Plans Cover?

Medigap plans exist to cover some of the additional costs which can be incurred through Medicare.  While Medicare does provide substantial coverage and can reduce medical bills, there are still some cost factors that should be considered. If you’ve noticed that your Medicare bills are higher than you’d like them to be, consider enrolling in […]

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How Can I Enroll In a Medicare Supplement Plan

To be eligible to purchase a Medicare Supplement plan, you must first have Medicare (original)- both Medicare Part B and A. You will not be able to buy a Medicare Supplement Plan if you have Medicare Part C. However, you can do so if you transfer to original Medicare. The following are the steps in […]

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