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Switching to Medicare Advantage from Traditional Medicare is Growing

Switching to Medicare Advantage

Switching to Medicare Advantage from Traditional Medicare is growing. Experts predict total Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment will exceed 50% of all Medicare participants by 2023 or 2024. A recent analysis examines switching

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Lower Your 2023 Medicare Tax; 2022 Tax Planning Tip

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When it comes to lowering your 2023 Medicare tax, a little bit of attention can result in a significant savings. Starting January 1, some Americans will pay $6,726 for Medicare Part B

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Medicare General Enrollment Period; 2023 Changes Benefit Seniors

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Starting January 1, 2023, several changes in Medicare enrollment can benefit seniors. One change impacts the Medicare General Enrollment Period (GEP). GEP runs between January 1 and March 31. The Medicare General

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2023 Medicare Changes – New Benefits and Costs

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The following highlight key 2023 Medicare changes. Some changes are positive, such as vaccines being covered. Others may cost you more. While Medicare is a national program, we continue to point out

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What Are The 4 Types of Medicare?

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There are 4 types of Medicare and you have to choose one. The plan you choose can be critical and avoiding mistakes can be difficult. That’s because everyone wants to sell you

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Difference Between Medicare Broker Medicare Agent

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Do you know the difference between Medicare Broker Medicare Agent? Few seniors know the difference. But it matters if you want someone to help you get the best Medicare insurance coverage and

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2023 Illinois Medigap Insurance Costs Released

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Illinois Medigap insurance costs can vary significantly. A Chicago woman turning 65 can pay from $109 to $241 monthly for coverage.  Seniors living in Springfield will pay less. A woman turning 65

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Best Medigap 2023 Prices

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Finding the best Medigap 2023 prices depends on where you live. It can really pay to comparison shop. In New York where the lowest monthly rate for Medigap Plan G is $278,

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Is The Medicare Grocery Benefit A Scam?

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Is the Medicare Grocery Benefit for real? Medicare doesn’t provide money for groceries. But some Medicare Advantage (MA) plans do. If a particular MA plan includes this benefit, understand that only individuals

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New To Medicare Law Benefits Seniors Turning 65

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A new Medicare law benefits seniors. Not all seniors sign up for Medicare in a timely manner. Some 776,000 seniors are paying a significant a Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty, some of which

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