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Why is it important to speak to my doctor about Medicare?
Dear Marci, I just turned 65 and don’t feel like I know very much about what’s covered and what’s not...
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Last Chance for Medicare Advantage Plan Members to Switch to Original Medicare
If you have Medicare and are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan, you can switch to Original Medicare during...
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Do I qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if I have a problem with my private insurance plan?
Dear Marci, While I am not anticipating any problems with my private insurance plan, I would like to be prepared...
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Can I switch from my private insurance plan back to Original Medicare?
Dear Marci, I’m not satisfied with my Medicare Advantage Plan, and I’d like to switch either to another plan or...
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Why are Medicare private health plan notices important?
Dear Marci, Most months my insurance company sends me Medicare notices in the mail. I have difficulty keeping up with...
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What insurances pay primary to Medicare?
Dear Marci, I have Medicare Part A and Part B, but I also have another health insurance policy from my...
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Can I delay my Medicare enrollment?
Dear Marci, I’m turning 65 soon and I’m still working. Do I need to enroll in Medicare Part B when...
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What is a Medigap policy?
Dear Marci, I am turning 65 soon and am confused about supplemental health insurance. I see so much advertising about...
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How do I use the Medicare Plan Finder?
Dear Marci, My stand-alone Part D plan sent me a notice telling me that it will not cover some of...
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Do I have to sign up for Part D?
Dear Marci, Do I have to sign up for Part D if I already have prescription drug coverage? Camila (Kona,...
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