Medicare 101

When is the Medicare Supplement open enrollment period (OEP)?

Your Medigap open enrollment period happens only once. It is 6 months long and begins when you are both 65 and enrolled in Original Medicare.

What Is a Guaranteed Issue Right?

A guaranteed issue right allows you to buy a Medigap policy from an insurance company without any consideration for your preexisting health conditions.

Medigap brokers vs. Medigap agents

Medigap brokers from insurance agents. Insurance brokers represent the insurance customer, whereas insurance agents represent an insurance company.

2024 Medicare Special Needs Plans | Do You Qualify?

Special Needs Plans are a specific type of Medicare Advantage plan designed to serve people with specific conditions or circumstances. Learn more about how these plans work, whether or not you are eligible and how to shop for coverage.

Compare the Types of Medicare Policies | Find a Medicare Policy

There are four parts of Medicare. Learn what each type of Medicare part covers and what they cost so that you can understand your Medicare policy options.

How to Find a Medicare Office Near You | Contact Medicare

Find your nearest Medicare office for help with Medicare and Social Security. To compare private Medicare Supplement plans available in your area, call our licensed insurance agents.

Can I keep my doctor on Medicare?

Medicare beneficiaries can keep their doctor as long as the provider is enrolled in the Medicare program. Most practitioners are in the Medicare program.

Does the Health Insurance Marketplace offer Medigap plans?

The health insurance marketplace does not offer Medigap plans. It is against the law for someone to sell you a Marketplace plan if you are enrolled in Medicare.

What Are the Parts of Medicare? | MedicareSupplement.com

Learn about the four main parts of Medicare: Part A, B, C and D. Each Medicare part provides different benefits, and some parts are optional.

10 Facts About Medicare You Need to Know

Here are 10 facts you should know about Medicare, including enrollment statistics, the types of benefits available and how to enroll.

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Resource Center

What Do Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare) Cover?

Need to know if your medical test or service is covered by Original Medicare? Check out this comprehensive list to find out what Medicare does and does not cover.

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What Medicare Does And Does Not Cover

Original Medicare covers a lot, but it doesn't cover everything. Learn more about what Medicare does and does not cover.

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Medicare Preventive Benefits

As a Medicare beneficiary, you may be eligible for a range of preventive health services. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) provides coverage for the following.

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Does Medicare Cover Mental Health? | Medicare Coverage Advice

Discover what common mental health treatments various Medicare health insurance plans cover, including therapy and prescription medication for depression and anxiety.

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Does Medicare Cover Surgery?

Medicare does cover the costs of many types of surgery, as long as they are considered medically necessary.

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Does Medicare Cover SilverSneakers?

Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans may cover SilverSneakers, a popular fitness program. Learn more about how to find a plan that covers wellness benefits.

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Does Medicare Cover Medicine?

Medicare offers some coverage for medication and prescription drugs. Find out if the medicine you need may be covered.

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Does Medicare Cover Vision?

Do you have Medicare? And are you experiencing vision problems? Here's how you might be covered.

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