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How Are Agents Compensated for Medicare Plans

This is a question we get asked a lot – and understandably so! Since we do not charge our clients for services, they often wonder how we are compensated. Agents and brokers who sell Medicare plans are either acting independently with many insurance carriers (independent agents) or directly with one

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What is the Donut Hole in Medicare?

If you take prescription medications, you are probably very familiar with Medicare’s Donut Hole. While you may be familiar with it, the Donut Hole is still very confusing and many of our clients have questions about how it works. In this article, we’re going to discuss what the Donut Hole

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Why Is Medigap Plan G Important?

Since its introduction on the Medicare Supplement Plan market a few years ago, Medigap Plan G has rapidly become one of the most popular supplemental plans available. And, now that Medigap Plan F has been phased out for new enrollees, Plan G is poised to be the plan of choice

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2022 Medigap Plan Changes To Expect

We are quickly nearing the end of 2021, which means that we are at the height of the Annual Enrollment Period. You’ve probably been getting phone calls and mail informing you of your current plan’s changes and asking you if you’d like to switch plans or carriers. It’s an important

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4 Best Medigap Plans for 2021

For Medicare beneficiaries, choosing the correct Medicare Supplement Plan is an important decision that, if made correctly, can allow you to rest easy and save money every month. If you choose not to buy a Medigap plan, you may find that it is more challenging to keep track of your

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Medicare Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medicare a state or federal program? Federal. The Medicare program was established in 1096 by president Lyndon B. Johnson. It is run by the Centers for Medicare and Medicare, which is a branch of the Health and Human Services department. Who is eligible for Medicare? There are several types

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