Frequently-asked questions by tag
What does Original Medicare cost?
November 13, 2024 – Q: What does Original Medicare cost the beneficiary? A: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) is free for most seniors. If you or your… Read more
How do I file a Medicare claim?
November 8, 2024 – Medicare beneficiaries occasionally have to submit their own healthcare claims instead of relying on a provider to submit them. Here's what… Read more
How does the ‘hold harmless’ provision protect beneficiaries from Medicare Part B premium increases?
November 7, 2024 – The "hold harmless" provision protects Medicare beneficiaries by essentially capping Part B premiums so increases aren't higher than Social… Read more
Is there a best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan?
November 5, 2024 – The best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan is during your Medigap open enrollment period, a six-month window that begins on the… Read more
When is the best time to enroll in Medicare?
October 23, 2024 – Assuming you're becoming eligible for Medicare due to age, the best time to enroll in Medicare is during a seven-month enrollment period… Read more
If I have retiree coverage through the FEHB, do I need to enroll in Medicare?
October 22, 2024 – If you have retiree coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, you don't have to enroll in Medicare. Here's why… Read more
Do I need to sign up for Medicare at 65 if I’m still working?
September 18, 2024 – Medicare eligibility begins at age 65, and signing up on time can help you avoid premium surcharges. But if you’re working at 65, you get… Read more
How does Medicare’s two-midnight rule affect my hospital bills?
August 12, 2024 – When it comes to Medicare, how much you pay out of pocket for a hospital visit will depend on whether Part A or Part B picks up the… Read more
Is Medicare’s coverage as good as my employer-sponsored insurance?
August 9, 2024 – If you enrolled only in Original Medicare, you would almost certainly notice gaps in coverage that you didn't have under your… Read more
What does Medicare not cover?
August 8, 2024 – There are many things that Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover. This includes routine care of the feet, orthopedic shoes, some… Read more
