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Medicare

How Medicare Agents Get Paid

Medicare late enrollment penalties can add lifelong extra costs to Parts A, B, and D if you miss your Initial Enrollment Period without creditable coverage. Enroll on time, verify employer plans, and keep proof to avoid fees.
HealthPlans of NC

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Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Medicare

Licensed Health Insurance Agents Vs. Marketplace Navigators: Which Should You Choose?

Understand the key differences between licensed health insurance agents and Marketplace Navigators to make an informed decision about who can best help you enroll in health coverage. This comprehensive comparison explores qualifications, training, services, and scope of support from each option. Learn when a licensed agent's personalized recommendations and ongoing support might be valuable, and when a Navigator's specialized Marketplace expertise and community-based assistance could be the right fit. Discover what services each can provide—from subsidy calculations and plan comparisons to post-enrollment support—and get practical guidance on choosing the assistance that matches your needs, preferences, and insurance goals. Both options are completely free to consumers.
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Health Plans of NC Staff

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Medicare

Turning 65 Soon? Here's What You Need To Know About Medicare

The year was 1953 and Dwight D. Eisenhower was inaugurated as the 34th President of the US.
The world was introduced to “007” as the first James Bond novel was published, and Walt Disney’s animated film Peter Pan premiered in theatres.
In 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II occurred in Westminster Abbey, London, England. That same year, “TV Guide” published its 1st issue, featuring actors Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball’s newborn son, Desi Arnaz Jr.
HealthPlans of NC

Chris Privett

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Health, Blue Cross NC, Individual/Family, Medicare

Life Changes? When & How To Let Your Health Insurer Know

Getting married, moving to a new home, and adopting children are exciting events in your life. When these changes happen the last thing, you may think about is letting your health insurer know.  It’s important to let us know of these exciting events or other unexpected changes so we can make sure you have the right coverage and we’re able to send important communications to you.
Examples of changes you should report
A Change in Name:
HealthPlans of NC

James LaCorte

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