Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
FAQ: Guaranteed Issue for Medicare Supplement
By staff WriterWhen is the guaranteed issue period for Medicare Supplements?
June 17, 2010
Oregon warns seniors of Medicare rebate scamOregon Attorney General John Kroger has issued a note of caution about scam artists attempting to gain personal information in connection with the one-time $250 rebate check for Oregon seniors and Medicare recipients.
June 09, 2010
11 Things You Need to Know About Medicare Part DMedicare's prescription drug coverage -- the Part D plan -- is a voluntary program for those enrolled in either Medicare Part A or Part B, or those enrolled in any of the Medicare Advantage plans that don't already include
June 09, 2010
FAQ: Underage Medicare Supplement?Is there an open enrollment period to qualify for an underage Medicare supplement? That is, if an individual is on Medicare due to a disability, are they guaranteed issue for a supplement?
June 09, 2010
CIGNA To Withdraw From Medicare Private FFS MarketA large carrier has decided to stop selling Medicare Advantage private fee-for-service plans in 2011.
June 09, 2010
FAQ: Underage Medicare Supplement?Is there an open enrollment period to qualify for an underage Medicare supplement? That is, if an individual is on Medicare due to a disability, are they guaranteed issue for a supplement?
June 09, 2010
What to Do During the Initial Coverage Election PeriodMedicare enrollment and marketing may be divided into several calendar periods throughout the year (open enrollment, annual election, etc.), but there is a tremendous opportunity year-round for licensed life and health agents who are selling or
June 09, 2010
11 Things You Need to Know About Medicare Part DMedicare's prescription drug coverage -- the Part D plan -- is a voluntary program for those enrolled in either Medicare Part A or Part B, or those enrolled in any of the Medicare Advantage plans that don't already include