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I Used to Smoke, Can I Qualify for Non-Smoker Rates for a Medicare Supplement

Ultimately, the answer is yes, you can potentially qualify for Non-Smoker rates if you have been a smoker in the past depending on how long it has been since you smoked.

February 28, 2017

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I Live in Different States Throughout the Year, What Rates Do I Get? What if I Move?

This is a common question for “snowbirds”, those who alternate between residences depending on the season. The residence which is your primary residence, in that it is where you file your taxes, is the residence that is used to determine your premium payments.

February 27, 2017

What are the Advantages of choosing a Medigap policy over a Medicare Advantage policy?

If you are already enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B you will have a choice between a Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap) plan or a Medicare Advantage plan.

February 13, 2017

Medicare Penalties and How to Avoid Them

Medicare Part A, B, and D penalties and how to avoid them.

February 18, 2017

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Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap) Chart 2018

A quick look at the 2018 Medicare Supplement Plan (Medigap) benefits

January 23, 2017

Skilled Nursing Facilities and the Costs Medicare Won't Cover

Many people are under the false impression that Medicare covers all of the costs associated with a Skilled Nursing Facility up to a stay of 100 days; however, this is not true.

January 19, 2017

Traveling Overseas and Medigap Plans

Whether you are an avid traveler or looking forward to traveling overseas, and a Medicare beneficiary with Original Medicare, Part A and part B, you should take into consideration a supplemental coverage product.

January 17, 2017