Medicare

What to Do After Open Enrollment: Next Steps for Your Health Coverage Attention: it’s that time of year again! The Medicare Open Enrollment period runs from October 15th to December 7th each year. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries have the opportunity to review and make changes to their plans. Those with a Medicare Advantage plan … Read more

Understanding the Different Types of Medicare Advantage Plans If you’re just getting started with Medicare, you might feel a little (or very) overwhelmed by the number of plans available. This is particularly true when it comes to Medicare Advantage plans, which are administered by private insurers rather than the federal government. Don’t worry: we understand. … Read more

Major Medicare Changes in 2025: What You Need to Know With major updates on the horizon in 2025, now is the time to understand how Medicare changes could impact your healthcare. The federal government updates Medicare annually to address changing healthcare needs and trends. For seniors who rely on Medicare for medical insurance, staying up-to-date … Read more

How to Appeal a Denied Medicare Claim: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors Getting a Medicare claim rejection can be incredibly frustrating, especially when you’re relying on Medicare to cover expensive healthcare services. Unfortunately, health insurance denials are not uncommon. In fact, the KFF Survey of Consumer Experiences with Health Insurance found that 18% of insured … Read more

Medicare Part A: What It Covers and How to Enroll in Nevada As you get older, having reliable healthcare coverage becomes increasingly essential. You deserve peace of mind knowing that your medical costs are manageable, particularly if you need intensive inpatient care.  Medicare is a government health insurance program that helps seniors and adults with … Read more

Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period: What You Need to Know For many older adults, enrolling in Medicare is a positive step in their healthcare journey. Medicare helps make necessary medical services more affordable. We’ve already covered how to enroll in Medicare to help you get started. However, many new Medicare beneficiaries have questions about how the … Read more

What is Medicare Part D? Medicare is a federal health insurance program that provides coverage for adults over the age of 65, as well as younger individuals with certain disabilities. It’s designed to make essential medical care affordable and accessible for these groups. However, what many people don’t realize immediately is that there are multiple … Read more

Medicare and Long-Term Care Insurance: How They Work Together As you approach your golden years, reliable access to medical services becomes more important than ever. This may mean paying for both Medicare coverage and a long-term care insurance policy. However, it’s estimated that only about 3 to 4% of Americans 50 and older pay for … Read more

What to Know About Medicare Coverage During Travel: A Senior’s Guide For many seniors, retirement involves regular travel, whether it’s to explore new places or visit beloved family and friends. In fact, 65% of Americans over the age of 50 plan on traveling in 2024, according to AARP.  However, before you head off on your … Read more

Can I Enroll in Medicare at 65 If I Am Still Working? Medicare is a form of government-provided medical insurance available to beneficiaries over the age of 65, as well as some younger beneficiaries with qualifying medical conditions. As you approach age 65, you might be looking forward to the affordable healthcare options that Medicare … Read more