Archive for February, 2006

Medicare Part B

Medicare Part B or “Medical Insurance” pays when you visit your doctor in their office and other outpatient care. If you need to enroll in Medicare Part B here is what you need to know.
General Enrollment vs. Special Enrollment
General Enrollment is only open to the public January through March of each year. If […]

How to Pick a Medicare Part D Plan

Medicare was confusing enough before Part D came along. What is Medicare Part D and how do you enroll in it?
Medicare Part D is prescription drug coverage under Medicare. It was added as part of the Medicare Modernization Act of 2003. This plan is administered by private insurance companies for Medicare. […]

How Do I Sign Up For Medicare?

There are several different ways to qualify for coverage under Medicare. These requirements are for Hospital Insurance (Part A), Medical Insurance (Part B), and Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D).
Most people who are age 65 or older are eligible based on their own employment, or that of a spouse. You qualify for Medicare coverage […]