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.
How to Help Newly Retired Clients Avoid Medicare Sticker Shock
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesWith some planning, advisors can help clients reduce Medicare Part B premiums, which are based on a 2-year lookback.
November 04, 2020
10 Worries Your Clients Might Have About MedicareMany Medicare enrollees report that they don't know where to turn for guidance. Advisors can help.
October 26, 2020
How Medicare Premium Hikes, Small Social Security COLAs Squeeze RetireesThis poses a particular problem for higher income beneficiaries that advisors should know about.
October 15, 2020
Switching From Employer Coverage to Medicare Now: Medicare Customer QuestionsSome common questions have to do with COVID-19. Some, with the timeline.
October 15, 2020
Medicare Advantage Plans May Have More Search BuzzMany consumers are researching plans from Aetna, AARP, UnitedHealth and Mutual of Omaha.
October 13, 2020
Social Security COLA Set at 1.3% for 2021Medicare Part B premiums are increasing faster than Social Security benefits, advocates for seniors warn.
October 12, 2020
The Annual Medicare Plan Sales Lifeboat Opens ThursdayHere are 5 things to know about a program that keeps sailing along.
September 23, 2020
10 Medicare COVID-19 Benefits Facts You Should KnowThe annual enrollment period is almost here, and the pandemic is still here. Maybe you can help people deal with that.