by Wiley Long III | Nov 3, 2020 | Health Savings Accounts
HSA or MSA: As healthcare premiums continue to rise, more and more people are turning to health savings accounts (HSA) to save tax-free money for out-of-pocket costs. But HSAs aren’t the only tax-advantaged healthcare strategy on the block. For Medicare enrollees,...
by Wiley Long III | Sep 4, 2020 | Medicare
Unfortunately, the chances are pretty good that you already know someone who has suffered from the “observation problem.”. Here’s a typical scenario: a person walks into the emergency department suffering from dizziness and weakness. The doctor makes a determination...
by Wiley Long III | Jul 7, 2020 | Health, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Plans
For decades, we’ve been by your side, helping thousands navigate the ins and outs of Medicare enrollment. Along the way, one thing that consistently surprises people is that Medicare isn’t free. It often falls short on crucial services like dental, vision,...
by Wiley Long III | Jan 16, 2020 | Medicare Advantage Plans, Open Enrollment Period
What you need to know about changing or updating your Medicare Advantage plan in 2020 Every year, people who are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan (also known as Medicare Part C) have a limited opportunity to go back and make changes to their coverage, whether it...
by Wiley Long III | Oct 27, 2019 | General Medicare, Medicare, Medicare Genetic Scam
The latest Medicare scam is “free” genetic testing–but it’s not free, and it could cost you substantially. Scammers are targeting Medicare beneficiaries through cold calls, health fairs, and even going door to door. These people are claiming to be from Medicare and...
