Navigating Medicare can be complex, but we're here to help! Here's what you need to know: the
**1. Should you sign up for Medicare?**
Everyone's situation is unique. Generally, if you're turning 65, have certain disabilities, or have End-Stage Renal Disease, you should consider signing up for Medicare. It's essential to review your health needs, financial situation, and existing coverage to make an informed decision.
**2. When to sign up for Medicare:**
- **Initial Enrollment Period (IEP):** Starts three months before you turn 65 and ends three months after the month you turn 65.
- **General Enrollment Period (GEP):** January 1 to March 31 each year if you missed your IEP.
- **Special Enrollment Period (SEP):** Available if you have a qualifying life event, such as losing employer coverage.
**3. How to sign up for Medicare:**
- Visit the Social Security website or call Social Security.
- Apply in person at your local Social Security office.
- If you're already receiving Social Security benefits, you'll be automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B.
**4. Enrollment into Medicare plans:**
- **Original Medicare (Part A and Part B):** Covers hospital and medical services.
- **Medicare Advantage (Part C):** An alternative to Original Medicare, offering additional benefits.
- **Medicare Part D:** Prescription drug coverage.
- **Medigap:** Supplemental insurance to cover gaps in Original Medicare.
**5. Advocacy:**
We provide personalized guidance to help you understand your options, ensuring you choose the right plan for your needs.
**6. Prescription drug help:**
We'll assist you in selecting a Medicare Part D plan that covers your medications at the lowest cost.
**7. What are you eligible for and entitled to:**
We can help you determine your eligibility for various Medicare plans and programs, ensuring you receive all the benefits you're entitled to.
Contact us today for a no cost consultation to understand your Medicare options!
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Important disclosures about Medicare Plans: Medicare has neither endorsed nor reviewed this information. Not connected or affiliated with any United States Government or State agency. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.
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