by MISG | Apr 2, 2024 | INFO
Ah, Medicare – your ticket to quality healthcare as you enjoy your golden years. But are you getting the most out of this valuable benefit? Here are some tips to help you squeeze every last drop of coverage goodness out of your Medicare plan! Get to Know Your Medicare...
by MISG | Mar 13, 2024 | INFO
As Medicare experts, we often get asked about the benefits and drawbacks of Medicare Supplement Insurance, also known as Medigap. Understanding these can help you make an informed decision about whether this type of coverage is right for you. Today we are going to...
by MISG | Feb 5, 2024 | INFO
Most of us have had experiences with a yearly physical exam. These routine exams are a procedure that allows your provider to assess your general health. Most private insurance plans cover these yearly physicals, however, Medicare Part B does not. Instead, Medicare...
by MISG | Jan 7, 2024 | INFO
Your online Medicare account (previously called MyMedicare account), is a helpful online portal that lets you manage your Medicare plans at any time, from anywhere you have an internet connection. A great benefit to accessing this account is saving time as opposed to...
by MISG | Dec 1, 2023 | INFO
You have received an Explanation of Benefits (EOB), but what IS it, exactly? An EOB is NOT a Bill Let’s go ahead and clear this one up. An EOB is not a bill! An EOB is there specifically to help you understand the charges for any visits or prescription claims. If...
by MISG | Nov 16, 2023 | INFO
There is a slight gap when it comes to Medicare coverage in regards to a hospital stay and a surprise bill could be the result. In an effort to reduce costs, Medicare asks that hospitals don’t admit patients immediately, but rather place them under observation to...
by MISG | Oct 6, 2023 | INFO
A new year means changes to Medicare, including updates to drug coverage, telehealth services and mental well-being considerations. In 2024, we don’t see as many changes as there were for 2023, but there are some notable tweaks that will make you want to reassess...
by MISG | Sep 13, 2023 | INFO
Medicare AEP is Coming Soon! The time is almost here again – Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). What does this mean? It is an opportunity to assess what your needs are so that you can be prepared for the upcoming year. The dates of AEP run from October 15th...
by MISG | Aug 9, 2023 | INFO
The recent Food and Drug Administration approval of the first drug shown to slow down Alzheimer’s disease means that Leqembi, whose generic name is Lecanemab, should be widely covered by the federal Medicare health insurance program. Now more people who are in...
by MISG | Jul 18, 2023 | INFO
What is IRMAA? IRMAA stands for “Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount,” which is an extra fee for higher-income beneficiaries because individuals with higher incomes can typically afford to pay more for their Medicare premiums. As a result, this fee is added to...
