Medicare vs Medicaid

Medicare vs Medicaid

Medicare vs Medicaid. What is the difference? Medicare and Medicaid are government programs that help people with their healthcare cost. Since the programs have similar-sounding names, many people are confused about program eligibility and coverage. In essence,...

Deciding to Sign-up for Medicare Part B

Here is a video from CMS (Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services) on when you need to sign up for Medicare Part B. If you do not enroll at the right time, you may have to sign up at a latter date, your coverage may be delayed, and you could face a Medicare late...

Medicare Five Things You May Not Know

Like any massive bureaucratic enterprise, Medicare can be very confusing. The “Medicare and You” booklet that the government sends out to people turning 65, and every year thereafter, will give you hundreds of pages of explanations about Medicare. Explanations...
Part D late enrollment penalty

Part D late enrollment penalty

When you purchase a Medicare Supplement you also need to purchase a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Some people maybe under the impression that if they are not taking any prescription drugs, they do not need a prescription drug plan. Unfortunately, that is not...