For those who are new to Medicare, or even for those who have had Medicare for a while, you know that insurance lingo can be quite confusing. It’s important that you familiarize yourself with some key terms so you know exactly what your coverage includes and which costs you will have to pay out of […]
We are very proud to announce that GoMedigap is a winner for the 2017 International Torch Award for Ethics. Presented by the Better Business Bureau, the International Torch Awards for Ethics honor companies that demonstrate best practices, leadership, social responsibility and high standards of organizational ethics that benefit their customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This […]
Unfortunately, there is a common misconception that Medicare beneficiaries only need Part A to have comprehensive coverage. While Medicare Part A is the free option, when beneficiaries only take Medicare Part A, there is a huge gap in coverage. Before we dive any further into when you need Medicare Part B, let’s first take a […]
Beginning April of 2018, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin replacing Medicare ID cards for 60 million Medicare beneficiaries. This is a fraud prevention initiative that removes Social Security numbers from Medicare cards to help combat identity theft and safeguard taxpayer dollars. Why are new Medicare ID cards important? Personal identity […]
What & When is Medicare Open Enrollment? First of all, Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period has many names. Other names for Open Enrollment include: Annual Election Period Annual Enrollment Period Fall Open Enrollment Period The Medicare Open Enrollment Period begins on October 15th and ends on December 7th every year. It is the only opportunity during the […]
Medicare Part D (Medicare Drug Plans) We understand that enrolling in Medicare Part D can be intimidating and confusing. Don’t worry, GoMedigap is here to help. We have put together a step-by-step guide on how to find, compare, and enroll in the best Part D plan for you.
Enrolling in Medicare can be a very confusing time. Are you already enrolled? Are you responsible for enrolling yourself? Clarification in understanding the ins and outs of enrolling is critical, as the consequences of missing your enrollment period can last a lifetime. Let’s deep dive a bit into the different areas you need to understand. […]
When individuals retire expecting their savings to last the rest of their lifetime, they are often surprised by the overwhelming effect that taxes can have on their resources. Being aware of your timing and penalties if you don’t act on time is critical for a healthy and wealthy retirement. Claiming Your Social Security Benefits Early […]
If you have a Medicare supplement plan, you may face rate increases at some point and consider changing plans. If you’re satisfied with your current plan, you should typically stay with your plan for as long as the coverage and insurance company continue to meet your needs. If your Medicare supplement plan is not meeting your […]
TRICARE For Life (TFL) is Medicare-wraparound coverage for TRICARE beneficiaries who have Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, regardless of age or where you live. Let’s dive into TRICARE for Life and Medicare so you can understand what kind of coverage you will receive. With TFL, you can visit: Medicare participating providers Medicare non-participating […]
