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Turning 65 doesn’t make the choice between Medicare and FEHB any less confusing - @FederalNewsNetwork
Turning 65 doesn’t make the choice between Medicare and FEHB any less confusing | Federal News Network
That's where people get tripped up because no one wants to change their health plan. But sometimes that's a good time to take a look," said Tammy Flanagan.
Does Medicare pay for long-term care? Many people get it wrong - and it may cost them later: CNBC
Does Medicare pay for long-term care? Many people get it wrong — and it may cost them later
Individuals may generally use Medicaid, insurance or their own funds to pay for long-term care in retirement. Here's what experts say about those choices.
Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare: 2027 Plan Preview - U.S. News and World Report
Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare: 2027 Plan Preview
Your Medicare coverage may look different in 2027 even if you keep the same plan. Here’s what to look for in your Annual Notice of Change, along with key differences between Medicare Advantage plans and original Medicare to consider before making coverage decisions.
Costco launching Medicare Advantage plans with SCAN Group - Yahoo Finance
Costco launching Medicare Advantage plans with SCAN Group
The warehouse retailer and the nonprofit insurer plan to begin selling jointly branded plans in two states, pending regulatory approval
Medicare and Social Security scams: Warning signs and tips - Fox News
Medicare and Social Security scams: Warning signs and tips
Medicare and Social Security scams use spoofed caller ID, AI-cloned voices and urgent threats to trick older adults into sharing sensitive information.
Why Medicare Advantage providers are cutting plans - and what to do if your coverage is affected: - Yahoo Finance
Why Medicare Advantage providers are cutting plans — and what to do if your coverage is affected
Medicare Advantage plans are shrinking. Here's what to expect and what to do if your plan is affected.
Ohio Medicare Plan Important Dates
Important Dates to Remember
Avoid costly mistakes!
Decisions regarding your group coverage involve adhering to specific Medicare timelines to avoid Late Enrollment Penalties and unnecessary additional premiums.
- Turning 63: For those with a higher net worth, contact your accountant and financial planner.
- Turning 64: Start preparing for Medicare now to learn important timelines, coverage, costs & penalties.
- Sept. 30: Annual Notice of Changes to your current plan mailed to beneficiaries. Contact your Senior Specialist to review these important changes.
- Oct. 1 – 14: Pre Annual Election Period. This is your “First Look” opportunity to view next years plans
- Oct. 15 – Dec. 7: Annual Election Period for Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription plans
- Quarterly: Medicaid and Extra Help Beneficiaries may have the option to make quarterly changes to their Medicare Advantage and Part D drug plans from Jan 1 – Sept 30th.
- Yearly – Oct. 1: For many beneficiaries, this is the Lock in period for Medicare Advantage plans and Part D drug plans unless your situation qualifies you for a Special Election Period or you use the Open Enrollment period
- 25th Month of Disability: Generally Eligible for Medicare Part A & Part B, Medicare Part C Advantage Plans and Medicare Part D Prescription Drug plans.
- Turning 65 – Generally Eligible for Medicare Part A & Part B, Medicare Part C Advantage Plans, Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Supplements (Medigap).