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Benefits & Coverage

What’s the ‘Advantage’ of Medicare Advantage?

When it comes to health plans, finding the right balance between cost and benefits can be difficult. While Original Medicare offers a reliable way to cover out-of-pocket costs, you don’t get coverage for essential services like dental, vision and hearing care. Not to mention, it doesn’t offer any special perks to keep you healthier in the years to come. Many Medicare Advantage plans, on the other hand, offer extra benefits and perks at a lower cost than paying out of pocket.

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An older couple look at the Medicare Advantage PPO options.

Benefits & Coverage

Medicare Supplements vs. PPO Plans—What Should You Choose?

If you’re currently on a Medigap plan, you might be feeling the pinch of high premiums, or your insurer might be leaving your area entirely next year. As stressful as that can be, you don’t need to worry. You have options and time to make the right decision for your health—especially now, during the Annual Enrollment Period.

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Benefits & Coverage

The Five Types of Medicare Advantage Plans

With the Annual Enrollment Period right around the corner, it’s time to start deciding whether you want to stick with Original Medicare, opt in to Medicare Advantage (Part C) or switch to a new Medicare Advantage Plan. How do you distinguish between different plans in your area to decide what’s best for you?

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Benefits & Coverage

Getting Ready for the Annual Enrollment Period

The Annual Enrollment Period happens October 15 through December 7—your primary opportunity to review your Medicare coverage and make changes. Prepare effectively by reading your Annual Notice of Change, confirming your doctors are in-network, checking your drug formulary, and reviewing value-added benefits to make informed decisions for the coming year.

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Benefits & Coverage

How to Get the Most Out of Your Preventive Care Benefits

Medicare Advantage preventive screening guidelines recommend annual tests to detect major illnesses early. Learn why preventive care saves both lives and costs.

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Benefits & Coverage

Understanding Medicare Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage Explained

What is Medicare Part D and how does it work? Here’s what you need to know about choosing a prescription drug plan if you are a Medicare beneficiary.

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Benefits & Coverage

Understanding Medicare Advantage’s Coverage for Mental Health Services

Does Medicare cover mental health benefits? Learn how Medicare Advantage plans provide a cost-effective alternative for mental health benefits.

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Benefits & Coverage

Exploring Medicare Advantage’s Wellness Plans & Preventive Care Benefits

Medicare Advantage wellness plans help older adults be proactive about preventive care. Learn more about Medicare wellness program benefits.

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Benefits & Coverage

10 Things Original Medicare Doesn’t Cover

What does Medicare not cover? You may be surprised that many necessities are not covered under Medicare. Learn which 10 items often must be paid out-of-pocket.

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Benefits & Coverage

Does Medicare Advantage Cover Dental? 

Does Medicare Advantage cover dental? Some plans do while others don’t. Learn more about Medicare Advantage plans that offer dental coverage.

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