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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

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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

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Can I still make changes to my Medicare coverage for 2024?

July 10, 2024 – Even after Open Enrollment, General Enrollment, and the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period have ended, some people may find that… Read more

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Does all Medicare private coverage have open enrollment periods?

November 10, 2022 – For Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D, there’s an annual open enrollment period (October 15 to December 7, with enrollments… Read more

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What does Medicare Advantage cost?

October 21, 2022 – Those who enroll in Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) pay the $164.90/month that most enrollees will pay for Part B in 2023, in addition… Read more

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What happens when you don’t pay your Medicare premiums?

August 19, 2022 – Failing to pay your Medicare premiums puts you at risk of losing coverage, but that won't happen without… Read more

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How is Medicare funded?

October 3, 2019 – Q: How is Medicare funded? A: Medicare is funded with a combination of payroll taxes, general revenues allocated by Congress, and premiums… Read more