How to Pick a Medicare Part D Plan

April 3, 2017

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. You will need [...]

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How Do I Sign Up For Medicare?

February 22, 2017

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 if [...]

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Medicare for End Stage Renal Disease

February 12, 2017

If you receive regular kidney dialysis on a weekly basis, you qualify for Medicare benefits without the 24 month waiting period required for those who receive Social Security Disability benefits. You may even be eligible for Medicare coverage if you do not qualify for Social Security disability. If you did not work and paid into [...]

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Medicare for Disability

January 3, 2017

If you receive Social Security Disability benefits, you are eligible for Medicare coverage after 24 months of payment. The 24 month period begins from the date you first became entitled to Social Security Disability. If you are unsure of your entitlement date, it is found on the first award letter you received from Social Security. [...]

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