News & Updates
Do Medigap Premiums Increase with Age?
In general, the cost of health insurance increases as we get older, but does this apply to a Medicare supplement policy? Most of the time, the answer to the question, “do Medigap premiums increase with age?” is yes. Medicare Supplement plans vary, but most Medigap...
What is MOOP (Maximum Out-of-Pocket) in Medicare Advantage?
An acronym standing for maximum out-of-pocket limit, MOOP refers to the maximum amount you could pay for your covered medical services under Medicare in a calendar year. Once you’ve reached your MOOP limit, the insurance company pays for 100% of healthcare services...
How Do I Apply for Medicare?
The national healthcare program subsidizes healthcare for people aged 65 years or older or younger people with disabilities or end-stage renal disease. People who have paid payroll taxes for at least ten years don’t pay Medicare Part A premiums. However, all patients...
What Happens If I Don’t Enroll in Medicare Part B?
Anyone aged 65 or older and some younger people with disabilities and permanent kidney failure qualify for the Medicare health insurance program. The program aims to help with healthcare costs but does not cover all expenses or most long-term care costs. Even though...
Why The Medicare Supplement Open Enrollment Is the Best Time to Apply for Medigap
The best period to enroll in a Medicare Supplement Policy (Medigap) is during the one-time Open Enrollment window. Your chosen insurance company cannot turn you down or ask any medical questions during this time. Since the Open Enrollment period lasts six months,...
Can I Change My Medicare Supplement Plan?
Yes, you can change your Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan. We’ll take you through your options so you have a better understanding of the process. To start, it’s important to remember that the best time to first choose a plan is during the Medigap Open Enrollment...