As we reach a full calendar year of the Coronavirus pandemic, the news of effective vaccines and ramped up testing brings a sense of hope and relief for the months to come. However, the testing and vaccination programs can also bring confusion and uncertainty to many Medicare Beneficiaries. We at

During the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period, many seniors signed up for a Medicare Advantage Plan, taking advantage of the additional coverage and services these plans offer. However, no Medicare plan is perfect, and small gaps in coverage can mean big problems for your wallet later on.  Even if Medicare pays

If you enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Prescription Drug Plan (Part D Plan)  during Medicare Open Enrollment, October 15- December 7, you may have a few questions. Here are some of the most common questions we have received from our clients over the past few weeks. If

On November 6, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2021 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs…. The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B enrollees will be $148.50 in 2021. Part B  2020 and 2021 Comparisons 20202021Monthly Premium$144.60$148.50  *increase of $3.90Deductible$198$203  *increase of $5 More about Part B: 

The cost of living adjustment (COLA) is an increase in income that helps keep up with the rising cost of living. The COLA adjustment overlooks the cost of consumer goods and services such as: housing, transportation, medical expenses, education, and food and is often applied to wages, salaries, and benefits. The calculations