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Let’s discuss how to apply online, along with a few problems we are discovering in helping others apply for Medicare at ...

Many people aren't aware that there are deadlines to apply for Medicare and late enrollment penalties if you miss them. Here, we'll explain which parts of Medicare have late enrollment fees and how to ...

You may also qualify for what's called a special enrollment period if you have certain circumstances, such as moving or a change in coverage. If you're already on Medicare, you can make changes to ...

I had no problem opening the “My Social Security” account to enroll in Medicare because I knew those answers. When it came to filling out the application for Medicare that was another story. I knew my ...

Expanding eligibility for MSPs is an important avenue to support health care affordability for older low-income adults, ...

There are some drawbacks to Medicare Advantage plans though. Restricted provider networks can be a hurdle for people who travel a lot or are snowbirds. And those who have been on a traditional ...

The CMS said 24.2 million people signed up during the enrollment window, including 3.9 million new enrollees. That's more than double the number of people who enrolled during the 2021 sign-up period, ...

To apply, you can contact the Medicaid office in your state or complete an online application. You can also cut your Medicare costs by applying for Medicaid, enrolling in PACE, or purchasing a ...

Toni, your Medicare column readers need to know that even though this is supposed to be an easier process by enrolling online ...

Let’s discuss how to apply online, along with a few of the problems ... Medicare number and Part A and/or B dates. You can enroll in a Medicare Supplement and a stand-alone Medicare Prescription ...