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.
Medicare Advantage Managers Give 2020 LTC Sample Details
By Allison BellOfficials seem to be open to letting plans offer the new benefits alongside the 2019 mini LTC benefits.
February 14, 2019
More Medicare Advantage Enrollees Slide Away: DeftThe research firm says Medigap users continue to be about twice as sticky.
February 08, 2019
The Medicare Plan Market Is Alive!Here are numbers that show why issuers in the market still like to talk to agents.
January 30, 2019
CMS Posts 2020 Medicare Advantage Mini Short-Term Care RulesProgram managers are calling the benefits "Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill."
December 06, 2018
Medicare Activity Might Have Been Strong: Google TrendsSearch activity for early December has been especially strong.
December 03, 2018
Medicare Open Enrollment: 6 Pointers for SeniorsAs Medicare open enrollment for 2019 draws to a close, here are some tips from Morningstar.
October 19, 2018
Tell Your Clients How Medicare Advantage Plans Are ChangingA Medicare plan marketer says this is the perfect time to help people find the right coverage.
October 12, 2018
Medicare Posts 2019 Rates, Pinches High EarnersPart B premiums will rise faster than Social Security for couples earning more than $750,000 per year.