Frequently-asked questions by tag
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
Is it a good idea for couples to choose the same Medicare insurance plan?
October 25, 2024 – Q: What should couples consider when choosing Medicare plans? A: You'll normally want to choose your Medicare coverage based on individual… Read more
Is Medicare open enrollment for everyone?
October 23, 2024 – Medicare open enrollment is a great opportunity to make changes to your coverage that can save you money and time. But open enrollment… 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 kind of out-of-pocket expenses do Medicare supplements cover?
August 8, 2024 – Q: What kind of out-of-pocket expenses do Medicare supplements cover? A: Medicare supplement policies (Medigap) are standardized, with ten… Read more
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
Will Medicare cover the cost of wheelchairs and walkers?
May 16, 2022 – Q: Will Medicare cover the cost of wheelchairs and walkers? A: Yes. Medicare Part B covers a portion of the cost for medically-necessary… Read more
To what extent will Medicare cover long-term care?
August 27, 2021 – The good news is that while Medicare’s role in long-term care is complicated, you can head off much of the headache that comes with the… Read more
Do Medicare supplement plans include prescription drug coverage?
July 8, 2021 – Modern Medigap plans do not include prescription drug benefits. Instead, Medicare offers prescription drug coverage under Part D. Medicare… Read more
