The Fifth of 65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

65 Things Everyone Needs to

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before Age 65

Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospitalization, limited inpatient skilled nursing facility stays, home healthcare, hospice care and blood. Medicare Part B covers doctor services, tests, medical equipment and services performed on an outpatient basis. Medicare Part B also covers ambulance transport. Some exceptions apply.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com .

 

The Fourth of 65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare
before Age 65

Medicare is made up of 2 Parts. Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B. These 2 Parts are also referred to as Original Medicare.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com .

 

The Third of 65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

Medicare covers medically necessary inpatient and outpatient medical treatment. Medicare does not cover routine vision, dental or hearing services.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com .

 

The Second of 65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare before Age 65

Medicare and Medicaid are not the same things! It is possible, however, to have both. If you are qualified for Medicare by age (65) or disability and have very limited resources, you may be eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com .

 

Medicare Personal Account Information Available Online

Medicare Personal Account Information Available Online 

Question:  Is it possible for me to go on line and look at my personal Medicare account? If so; how do I do it?

Answer:  Yes, you may go online and view your personal account information about claims, coverage, benefits, etc. Go to www.Medicare.gov . On the home page, right side, you will see a box with "MyMedicare.gov" - it's blue. You have the choice to "secure sign in"; "create an account"; and "learn more”. Ultimately you must create an account before you may use the site but I recommend you click "learn more" the first time before you set up your account. You will be directed to a page that will give you a tour of the site and explain the details. If that's what you're looking for then set up your account and get started! Hope this helps.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com.

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The First of 65 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Medicare Before Age 65

65 Things Everyone Needs to

Know About Medicare

Before Age 65

Medicare and Medicaid are not the same things! Medicare is health insurance for people age 65 and older or those under age 65 who have a qualifying disability. Medicaid is for people of any age with very limited resources.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or to request quotes on a Medicare Supplement or Part D Drug plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com .

Medicare Annual Disenrollment Period 2012

Question:  Is the Medicare Annual Disenrollment Period (January 1 through February 14, 2012) the only time one can drop the Advantage plan? I mean, jobs run out or situations change meaning less money during the year. What if you can’t afford it any longer in the middle of the year?? Thanks.

Answer:  During the period of Jan. 1 to Feb. 14, an existing Medicare Advantage member can dis-enroll from their Medicare Advantage plan and go back to original Medicare and a standalone part D plan if they do not have other creditable coverage (meaning Rx coverage at least as good as the standard Part D plan offered by Medicare). Medicare Annual Enrollment (October 15 through December 7) is also a time you may make changes to Medicare Advantage and Part D plans.

The situation you refer to of change in finances could fall under a Special Election Period (SEP) that would offer extra help to pay premiums and would allow the member to make changes. Special Election Periods are available for people who qualify for extra help; who move to or are in a nursing home; who move out of a service area or who lose other coverage. 

It’s a good idea to confirm and never assume your situation qualifies for an SEP. The more you know the more options you have.

For answers to your Medicare Questions or for a quote on a Medicare Supplement or Part D plan visit www.MedicareAnswersfromConnie.com