Medicare 101

How Do Medicare Copays and Deductibles Work?

Copays are one of the out-of-pocket fees Medicare beneficiaries may be responsible for. Medigap plans can help you can help cover these costs.

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Medicare and Retirement

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that helps seniors pay for health care costs in retirement.

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How Medicare Billing Works

Medicare's billing system can be confusing to beneficiaries. Follow this step-by-step guide for an easier understanding of how it works.

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Extra Help From Medicare for Prescription Drug Costs

The Medicare Extra Help program helps people with limited financial resources pay for their Part D prescription drug coverage. Learn more about how to apply.

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Understanding PDPs

Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B) and Medicare Supplement Insurance plans do not provide coverage for prescription drugs.

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States with required Medigap options for under-65 beneficiaries

Medigap plans are available to Medicare beneficiaries under the age of 65. However, your state determines if you have guaranteed access to a Medigap plan.

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What is SilverSneakers?

SilverSneakers is a wellness program for senior citizens. It is included in some Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Supplement insurance plans.

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What Are Reasons for Medigap Cancellation?

Insurers can cancel your Medigap plan because of unpaid premiums or other more uncommon reasons. Medigap plans are usually guaranteed renewable.

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How Does Obamacare Affect Medigap?

Obamacare made minimal changes to Medigap plans, but it did significantly affect Original Medicare.

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You Need Medicare to Buy Medigap

You need Medicare to buy a Medicare Supplement insurance plan (also called Medigap). Follow the Medicare enrollment process before applying for a Medigap policy.

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