The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently rolled out a web-based resource for employers to help them assist employees with obtaining information about transitioning to Medicare coverage. This resource is part of a broader, … [Read more...] about CMS Unveils New Web-Based Resource for Employers
Enrollment
Improved Medicare Enrollment Information Rolled Out at White House Conference on Aging
Today, in concert with the White House Conference on Aging, the Administration announced the results of a concerted effort on the part of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to … [Read more...] about Improved Medicare Enrollment Information Rolled Out at White House Conference on Aging
Update on MA and Part D Plans
A Brief Survey of Recent Reports, and a New Special Enrollment Period for 2015Medicare's Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP) for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans began on October 15th and runs through December 7th. During the … [Read more...] about Update on MA and Part D Plans
Annual Enrollment for Medicare Advantage & Part D: October 15 – December 7
Fall is the time for Medicare beneficiaries to explore their options regarding Part D prescription drug plans and Part C Medicare Advantage plans. The Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP) for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D … [Read more...] about Annual Enrollment for Medicare Advantage & Part D: October 15 – December 7
New IRS guidance will impact people eligible for Medicare based on End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and those who must pay a premium for Part A
IntroductionIn general, people who are eligible for Medicare may not purchase Marketplace plans (also called Qualified Health Plans or QHPs).[1] However, IRS guidance released in June, 2013 clarifies that two sub-populations of Medicare eligible … [Read more...] about New IRS guidance will impact people eligible for Medicare based on End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and those who must pay a premium for Part A
The Medicare Annual Coordinated Election Period Has Begun!
During the Annual Coordinated Election Period, which runs from October 15th through December 7th, people with Medicare can change their choice of health coverage (whether they receive that coverage through a private Medicare Advantage plan or … [Read more...] about The Medicare Annual Coordinated Election Period Has Begun!
Reminder: Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period (MADP) Ends February 14th
The Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period (MADP) lasts from January 1st through February 14th of each year. During the MADP, a beneficiary can switch from an MA plan to traditional Medicare. The new MADP also provides an opportunity to enroll … [Read more...] about Reminder: Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period (MADP) Ends February 14th
Choosing Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage
If you are eligible for Medicare you can chose between getting Medicare benefits through traditional Medicare (also known as original Medicare and traditional Medicare) or a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan. Making this choice is personal and requires … [Read more...] about Choosing Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage
Picking a Plan During the Annual Enrollment Period? Choose Carefully
As discussed in last week’s Alert, the current Medicare Annual Enrollment Period lasts until December 7th.[1] During this time period, Medicare beneficiaries can choose a Medicare Advantage (Part C) or Part D plan for 2013. This … [Read more...] about Picking a Plan During the Annual Enrollment Period? Choose Carefully
Annual Enrollment Starts October 15 and Ends December 7 for Medicare Part C & Part D Plans
Fall is the time for Medicare beneficiaries to explore their options regarding Part D prescription drug and Part C Medicare Advantage plans. In years past, the annual enrollment period began in mid-November and lasted to the end of the year, … [Read more...] about Annual Enrollment Starts October 15 and Ends December 7 for Medicare Part C & Part D Plans