If you’ve been enrolled in original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan, you know that there are no lack of options to consider. Even though it’s been around for more than 50 years, the Medicare landscape has only become more confusing and tougher to navigate. Whatever your situation, and whatever your choice, it’s always wise to gather as much information as you can before making a decision for the next [...]
We are in the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period and this may be the only time this year that you can change your current plan. What’s the better option - original Medicare (Parts A & B) or Medicare Advantage (Part C)? Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are usually less expensive for seniors than the combination of Medicare Part B coverage, Part D drug insurance, and Medicare Supplement (usually referred to as [...]
Medicare’s open enrollment period is well under way and now’s the time for you to take a long look at your coverage for the upcoming year. Many enrollees don’t take much time to examine the different plans that are available to them. Some say the process is confusing, others are content to keep their current plan without looking to see if any changes are in store for the next [...]
As you work your way through the annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period, you may have noticed that Medicare coverage has many different options to choose from. Whether you’re enrolling for the first time this year, or you’re changing your plan, it can seem daunting. Don’t let all the information overwhelm you, we’re here to help. Our team of professionals are available to assist you in finding the coverage you [...]
Each year, Medicare goes through changes. Whether it is updates to the traditional parts of original Medicare (Part A and Part B), or an evolution in Medicare Advantage plans, change is seemingly inevitable from year to year. 2023 is no different. There’s a mixed bag of positives and negatives of what’s in store for the people who are covered. Part B premiums and deductible decrease In 2022, the Medicare [...]
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), one of the nation’s leading health and well-being companies, announced today the Medicare Star Ratings for its Medicare Advantage plans, effective Jan. 1, 2023, from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). With 4.9 million of Humana’s Medicare Advantage members enrolled in plans rated 4 stars and above, Humana’s Star Ratings continue to reflect the company’s strong focus on ensuring high quality [...]
WOONSOCKET, R.I., Oct. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aetna®, a CVS Health® company (NYSE: CVS), announced its 2023 Medicare offerings, featuring more affordable medical and prescription drug coverage and expanded money-saving benefits that support members' whole health and well-being. We'll offer new Medicare Advantage plan options, including Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans in new markets, a new Institutional Special Needs Plan and expanded Aetna Medicare Eagle® plans designed with Veterans in mind. "In [...]
95% of all individual Medicare Advantage members will see improved benefits in 2023 Simplified comprehensive dental benefit offers broader coverage and lower costs New plan features address social determinants of health, whole-person health National UnitedHealthcare UCard™ rollout will simplify the member experience Provided by Business Wire UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2023 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, offering expanded access to consumer-focused plans that deliver [...]
Cigna announces 22 percent growth in geographic footprint for 2023 Expansion includes 106 new counties, including new presence in New York and Kentucky Cigna will offer a $0 premium plan in each county, most current customers will pay same or lower premiums Benefits include caregiver, companion and social support programs and broader financial wellness incentives NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, Cigna (NYSE: CI) [...]
$0 premiums, dental and Rx benefit enhancements, new allowances, a USAA co-branded plan, and simplified access to prescriptions offer more options for beneficiaries LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) today released details of its Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plan offerings for 2023 – with a clear focus on benefits and support based on what its members have said they want and need. The news [...]