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Can Medicare Take Your House? What Seniors Need to Know
Can Medicare take your house to pay for medical bills is one of the most frightening questions seniors ask. The short answer is no—Medicare does not have the authority to seize your home or recover costs from your estate. However, this common fear stems from confusion...
Best High Deductible Plan G Medigap Plans: Aetna vs. UnitedHealthcare
If you’re in overall good health, you have some savings, and you want to keep your monthly costs very low, the Medigap High Deductible Plan G might be just what the doctor ordered. Especially if you don’t want narrow care provider networks. Medigap plans, unlike...
Medicare Flex Card: Your Guide to Everything Seniors Need to Know
Have you seen the commercials for the Medicare flex card? They make it sound like it’s the answer to your healthcare needs and financial requirements. However, how much of that information is the truth and how much is just marketing spin? The truth is that the...
Medicare Plan G Pros and Cons: Is Medigap Plan G Right for You?
Understanding Medicare Plan G pros and cons is the key to making sure you’re choosing the right supplemental plan for your needs. It’s easy to make mistakes when you’re picking the perfect plan to take your coverage to the next level. That’s why we created this simple...
Can I Change Medigap Plans?
If you’re wondering whether you can change Medigap plans, the answer is yes—but there are a few things to consider first. Medigap plans aren’t set in stone. Your current plan might raise its rates, reduce benefits, or even shut down. At the same time, new options...
Does Medicare Cover Oxygen? What You Need to Know
Does Medicare cover oxygen for home use or during hospital stays? If you’re managing a chronic respiratory condition, understanding Medicare’s oxygen coverage is crucial for planning your care and expenses. In this article, we’ll explore how oxygen therapy is covered...
Medicare Supplement Plan Costs: How Much Should You Spend?
Let’s be honest: Original Medicare (Parts A & B) just don’t cut it when it comes to covering your health expenses in retirement. Medicare Supplement Plan Costs Without a Medicare Supplement Plan, you could end up paying thousands of dollars out-of-pocket every...
Does Medicare Cover Non-Working Spouses?
The good news is, yes—Medicare does cover non-working spouses. But there are conditions and details you need to know to avoid unexpected costs. Whether you’re married, divorced, or widowed, it’s important to understand how your spouse’s work history will impact your...
The Less Expensive Medicare Supplement Alternative: Medi-Share 65+
Are skyrocketing Medicare supplement premiums straining your finances? With rising healthcare costs, seniors are feeling the pinch—and Medicare supplement insurance premiums are no exception. Evidently, MediGap premiums have been increasing by 5% to 8% per year,...
Medicare Creditable Coverage: What You Need to Know
As you approach 65, understanding Medicare creditable coverage can help you avoid costly penalties and make confident healthcare choices. Medicare Creditable Coverage Medicare kicks in for most Americans at this age. This is when most people sign up for Original...
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Can Medicare Take Your House? What Seniors Need to Know
Can Medicare take your house to pay for medical bills is one of the most frightening questions seniors ask. The short answer is no—Medicare does not have the authority to seize your home or recover costs from your estate. However, this common fear stems from confusion...
HSA vs HRA: Which One Works Better When You’re on Medicare?
When you transition to Medicare, understanding HSA vs HRA becomes crucial for your healthcare savings strategy. Many retirees find themselves confused about what happens to their Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) once they enroll...
How to Sign Up for Medicare: A Retiree’s Complete Guide
Retiring soon means it's time to understand how to sign up for Medicare—and getting this right protects you from costly penalties and coverage gaps. Key Takeaways Start planning 3 months before your 65th birthday to avoid enrollment penalties and coverage gaps....
How to Find a Medi-Share Provider
Finding a Medi-Share provider is a snap–once you know the process. Here’s how Medi-Share 65+ members can easily find the right doctor, clinic, or hospital—and how to make the most of your Medi-Share membership. Use the 900,000-strong Medi-Share Provider Network...
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Removal? A Complete Guide for Seniors
Many seniors ask, “Does Medicare cover cataract removal?”—and the good news is, in most cases, the answer is yes. This is true whether you’re on a Medicare Advantage Plan, a Medigap (Medicare supplement plan), the Med-Share 65+ health sharing plan, or simply enrolled...
Best High Deductible Plan G Medigap Plans: Aetna vs. UnitedHealthcare
If you’re in overall good health, you have some savings, and you want to keep your monthly costs very low, the Medigap High Deductible Plan G might be just what the doctor ordered. Especially if you don’t want narrow care provider networks. Medigap plans, unlike...
What’s the Deal With the Massive Medicare Premium Increase on Part D Plans?
Medicare premium increases are on everyone’s mind, especially for those on fixed incomes. But Medicare Part D premium increases and increases in other out-of-pocket costs are hitting lower-income seniors particularly hard. Medicare premium increases are forcing many...
MediShare 65+ Health Sharing Program vs. MediGap Plan G
If you are on Original Medicare, you have two great ways to limit potentially devastating charges that Medicare won’t cover. Purchase a MediGap policy (of which Plan G is the most comprehensive and popular among new Medicare beneficiaries), or enroll in the MediShare...
Does Medi-Share 65+ Pay When Traveling Outside the U.S?
Bottom line up front: Yes, the Medi-Share 65+ healthsharing plan does help share medical expenses you may incur while traveling outside the United States. Some MediGap plans also help pay for medical care while traveling outside the U.S. But not all of them do. There...
What is the “Maximum Out-of-Pocket” in Medicare Plans?
In the Medicare context, your Maximum Out-of-Pocket,” or “MOOP,” is the greatest amount of money you may need to pay out of your own resources in any given plan year. Once you reach your maximum out-of-pocket limit, your Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D...