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Comparing Medicare Supplement Plans
Each Medicare Supplement plan has an associated letter, from A through to N. Each plan helps provide coverage for the gaps in Medicare and offers different levels of coverage.
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What Are Medicare Supplement Plans?
Medicare Supplements Plans are a type of health insurance offered by private insurance companies to help cover the gaps in Medicare. Medicare Supplement Plans are also known as Medigap plans.
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What Is a Medicare Advantage HMO Plan?
An HMO stands for a Health Maintenance Organization. It’s a type of Medicare Advantage plan that offers health coverage for hospitals, specialists, and doctors in the plan’s preferred network.
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How Do Medicare Supplement Plans Work?
Medicare Supplement Plans are a type of health insurance offered by private insurance companies to help cover the gaps in Medicare. Medicare Supplement Plans are also known as Medigap plans.
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How To Apply For Medicare
If you’re approaching 65, it’s essential to find out how and when to apply for Medicare. While it may seem overwhelming, enrolling in Medicare can be simple with access to the correct information.
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Medicare
Medicare Advantage For Veterans
If you’re a veteran who already has Veterans Affairs (VA) or TRICARE health coverage, you may not have considered Medicare Advantage coverage. But combining Medicare Advantage with your existing health coverage can offer many benefits. With the help of an independent health insurance agent, you can get the right coverage for your health care and budget. Our experienced local agents help North Carolina residents every day and specialize in assisting veterans with their health insurance needs.
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What Is Medicare Part B?
Medicare Part B provides coverage for a range of medically necessary outpatient services. Part B also offers coverage for medical procedures performed in and out of the hospital, where a physician performs the care.
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Medicare Costs
If you’re approaching Medicare eligibility, it’s essential to understand the costs for each of the different parts of Medicare, so you can work out how much to budget. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize the costs associated with certain aspects of Medicare, which can make it difficult to manage your monthly bills.
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Medicare
Different Medicare Enrollment Periods
It can be a little overwhelming to understand all the different parts if you’re approaching Medicare eligibility, especially the various enrollment periods. This article will cover everything you need to know about each Medicare Enrollment Period and what they mean for your coverage.
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Medicare
What Are Medicare Special Needs Plans?
A Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNP) is a Medicare Advantage Plan that provides organized care for people with special needs.
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Medicare
How Medicare And Employer Coverage Works
If you’re considering enrolling in Medicare and currently have an employer sponsored health insurance plan, it’s worth reviewing your options to get the best combination for your health needs.
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What Is a Medicare Advantage PPO Plan?
Medicare PPO stands for Preferred Provider Organization. A PPO means the insurance provider has a network of preferred health providers who offer negotiated service rates for your health care. A PPO plan is a type of Medicare Advantage plan, so you can enroll in this type of plan as an alternative to Original Medicare. Like other types of Medicare Advantage plans, you need to be enrolled in Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, and you also need to live in the plan’s service area. If you’re interested in finding out more information about Medicare Advantage PPO plans, get in touch with one of our experienced local Medicare agents. We specialize in helping people all over North Carolina with their health insurance to get the best coverage for you.
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Your Medicare Eligibility
Most people living in North Carolina are eligible for Medicare benefits when they turn 65, even if they’re still working.
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What Is Medicare?
Medicare is health insurance for people aged 65 and over and people with specific disabilities. It’s a national health insurance program that is divided into four parts. Each of these parts fits together uniquely to provide different types of coverage for your health needs.
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The Four Different Parts of Medicare
Many people new to Medicare can find it overwhelming. There are four different parts that offer different types of coverage. Understanding what these four plans cover can help to ensure you have the right level of coverage for your health needs.
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What Is Medicare Part A?
Medicare Part A provides coverage for your inpatient hospital expenses to help you pay for the hospital care you need when you need it the most.
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Common Allergies In North Carolina & Health Plan Treatment Options
Discover the most common allergies in North Carolina, including the tests and treatment options available under Medicare and private health insurance.
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The Biggest Changes to Medicare In 2022
If you’re enrolled in Medicare or approaching eligibility, understanding the latest changes to Medicare is essential to determine if you’re impacted by any of the changes. Our team of Medicare agents in NC are up to date with the latest amendments to Medicare, so we can help you with any questions relating to your coverage.
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How To Take Advantage Of The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period 2023
Did you realize that there’s only a specific period where you can change your Medicare coverage? Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (known as AEP) is when you can enroll in a stand-alone Medicare Part D plan (which covers prescription drugs) or a Medicare Advantage plan. It’s also the time to make any necessary changes to your existing coverage.
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Medicaid Program Underway in North Carolina to Help with Food and Shelter
In March 2022, Medicaid launched the Healthy Opportunities Pilot, a program to support up to 20,000 low-income North Carolina residents. The program, a $650 million initiative, aims to test whether Medicaid funding should be used differently to better support the social problems that affect people’s health.
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Everything You Need to Know About AARP Medical Plans
AARP, formerly known as The American Association of Retired Persons, is a nonprofit, member-based organization for people aged over 50. Members can access a range of benefits, including access to medical insurance plans through United Healthcare insurance, a nationwide health insurance company. This article will look at some of the different insurance plans available with AARP, including the coverage and enrollment options for people living in North Carolina.
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The Top 3 Benefits of Using a Health Insurance Agent
It’s only natural that you’ll have questions if you’re considering enrolling in a health insurance plan. The good news is that the Affordable Care Act means you can get assistance when selecting your plan. You can either work with an experienced, licensed health insurance agent or an authorized individual Marketplace representative called a Navigator to help answer your questions. Although a licensed agent and a Navigator do share some similarities, there are some differences. It can be more beneficial to use a licensed agent over an unlicensed, government-trained representative. Here are our three top benefits of why you should choose a licensed agent.
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How Working With Medicare Insurance Agents Can Help HR Managers
If you’re an HR Manager, you’ve probably noticed that some of your employees are retiring later than in previous years. The age for Medicare eligibility is 65. With many residents in North Carolina working to 67 or beyond, there may be employees who qualify for Medicare and an employer’s group health benefits plan.
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Top 10 Considerations When Choosing A Medicare Plan
If you live in North Carolina and you’re approaching retirement age, there are typically three options for Medicare coverage to consider: Original Medicare Parts A and B. Original Medicare Parts A and B plus a supplemental insurance plan to help cover any costs Medicare doesn’t, along with a separate Part D prescription drug plan. Medicare Advantage, that gives you a variety of healthcare plans with additional benefits and usually includes coverage for prescription drugs.
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