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Whether you are new to Medicare or have had it for years, one question tends to come up: What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Although both programs are administered by the government, they are vastly different programs, and it is [...]

What will you pay for Medicare in 2022? As of November 12th, 2021 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid released cost changes for Medicare Parts A and B. These changes will affect monthly premiums, deductibles, coinsurance amounts, and the 2022 Medicare [...]

Individual insurance consumers have a window of time each year to evaluate and make changes to their insurance plans through the Washington Healthplanfinder. This is referred to as the Open Enrollment Period, which runs November 1 – January 15. [...]

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) has begun, and we’ve got all the details you need to know. The 2022 AEP began on October 15th, 2021, and runs until December 7th, 2021. This is the time that beneficiaries may review their Medicare plan [...]

Medicare beneficiaries can now enroll for coverage set to begin on January 1st, 2022.  Just like last year, there are many changes for 2022 including new plan options for many of our customers and some significant changes to Prescription Drug plans.

Have you ever wondered why you can review Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans for 2022 starting October 1 but the Annual Enrollment Period does not actually start until October 15? 2022 plan materials are released on October 1, meaning you have [...]

It is officially that time of the year again!  Plan options for 2022 have been released and our agents can now compliantly discuss new options with you and go over any changes to your existing plans.  Just like last year, there are many changes for 2022 [...]

Updated Sept. 22, 2021 If you are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, you will receive an Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) letter from your insurance company around the end of September describing any changes to the plan benefits, premiums or [...]

Enrolling for Medicare and making the right plan selection is a big decision. While it is important to weigh all your options, failure to get coverage on time can lead to penalties that increase Medicare costs over time. Medicare late enrollment penalties [...]

Even with the new strains of COVID-19 surfacing and infection rates rising, people are starting to get out and enjoy life again. Ballparks and concert venues are alive with people, farmer’s markets and festival vendors are showing off their wares, even [...]