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Category: Medicare

New Medicare Enrollment: How Do I Find A Participating Doctor?

When you turn 65, you may get Medicare automatically if you are receiving Social Security benefits, or you may need to enroll. You have choices as to how you get your coverage, including Original Medicare or one of the Medicare Advantage Plans, which are offered by Medicare-approved private companies that are required to follow the rules established by Medicare. No matter which option you choose,...

Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods

Understanding the different Medicare enrollment periods and when to enroll can be confusing. There are so many different dates to remember and getting them mixed up can cause major and expensive consequences. Missed deadlines can mean late enrollment penalties. No one wants that, right? Let's review...   Initial Enrollment The first opportunity you have to enroll in Medicare is called “Medicare Initial Enrollment Period,” or...