[9 Apr 2010 | One Comment | ]
Medicare Supplement Rates

Compare Medicare Supplement Rates.  But first you may want to look at the information below to better understand Medicare and what type of plan will work best for your needs.  You will first need Medicare Parts A and B.  Part D is your prescription plan, and you will also want to review the “Guaranteed-Issue” options below.
If you are new to Medicare and have a table full of marketing brochures, enrollment kits and Medicare guides, you are deffinately not alone if you have thrown them all away and are simply looking for …

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[6 Oct 2011 | No Comment | ]

The new 2012 Anthem Medicare Preferred Core and Premier PPO plans are now available for the 2012 year in the following Colorado Counties: Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson.  You must live in one of these areas to join the plan.

$0 – Anthem Medicare Preferred Core PPP

$51 – Anthem Medicare Preferred Premier PPO
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Benefit Outline

With the Anthem Colorado Preferred PPO plans you will receive …

Premiums as low as $0.00 which includes the Medicare Part D Prescription plan at no additional cost.
Out of pocket limits to protect you from …

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[4 Oct 2011 | No Comment | ]

The new 2012 Anthem Blue Cross of Nevada Medicare Preferred Core PPO plan for anyone with Medicare living in Washoe or Clark Counties.  The Anthem Medicare PPO plan is a $0 premium plan which also includes the Medicare Part D Rx plan for no extra charge.

$0 – Anthem Nevada Medicare Preferred PPO plan

Can I Choose My Doctors?
The Anthem Medicare Preferred Core PPO has formed a network of physicians, specialists and hospitals.  You can use any doctor who is part of our network.  You can also go to doctors outside our …

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[25 Aug 2011 | No Comment | ]

Most people automatically get Medicare Parts A and B.  If you are receiving your Social Security benefits you will automatically receive Medicare Part A (Hospital) and Medicare Part B (Outpatient Medical).
Automatic Enrollment …

If you are receiving Social Security  -  Medicare starts the first day of the month you turn 65.
If you get disability benefits from Social Security  -  Medicare starts the first day of the 25th month after your social security benefits start.
If your disability is ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease  -  Medicare starts the first day of the month …

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[12 Jul 2011 | No Comment | ]

Find the Gerber Medicare Supplement application for your state.
You can print the application is you would like to enroll, or I can email, fax or mail the application to you.  Gerber is know nationwide as one of the most competitive Medicare Supplement companies.
If you would like to review Medicare Supplement Rates from companies like Gerber, Mutual of Omaha, Anthem Blue Cross, Sentinel Security, Forethought and Family Life.

Click Here for the Rates.

Please feel free to call anytime with your questions regarding rates, the application or Medicare in general.
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[21 Jun 2011 | No Comment | ]

You can look at any state which Sentinel Security offers Medicare Supplement plans and you’ll find their premium is usually one of the best.  Currently in 20 states including Texas, Sentinel Security offers Plans; A, B, C, D, F and N in most areas.  Since in 1948 Sentinel Security has been providing protection and helping Seniors with their Medicare Supplement and Life insurance needs.

Sentinel Security Rates in your State

Below is a snapshot of how the different Medicare Supplement plans work and help cover the expenses which Medicare does not.

As you …

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[10 Jun 2011 | No Comment | ]

So you are turning 65 and have received Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Rx plan brochures and enrollment kits from Anthem Blue Cross along with every company under the sun which could easily stack up to your ceiling.  Some of which you have never heard of.  This is the “Modus Operandi” for most companies, send you as much “stuff” as possible, and hopefully you enroll.  Unfortunately this process of receiving a room full of boring hard to understand marketing materials is not in your best interest.
Where to Start …

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[2 Jun 2011 | No Comment | ]
Gerber Medicare Supplement – Oregon

Gerber Medicare Supplement plans are being talked about quite often these days, especially in Oregon.  If you are shopping or in discussion about what company to look at, Gerber is usually right there at the top.  Gerber has made quite a positive name for themselves over the past several years, because of the way they are aggressively pricing their Medicare Supplement plans.  Not only are their rates attractive, the customer service has been very good.  Easy to call and talk to someone and changes or issues are quickly and correctly handled.  …

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[1 Jun 2011 | No Comment | ]

If you are eligible for Medicare Part B insurance coverage, you will most likely have to pay a monthly premium.  But first what is Medicare Part B?
Medicare Part B typically covers 80% of your medically necessary services such as; doctors services, outpatient care, medical supplies and equipment, preventive care, home health services and other ‘outpatient’ medical services.
2011 Medicare Part B Premiums …
Your Medicare Part B premiums are based on your 2008 income.  The basic Part B premium for 2011 is $115.40 per month.  Up from $110.50 in 2010.  There is what …

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[24 May 2011 | No Comment | ]

In most states Sentinel Security include Medicare Supplement plans; A, B C, D, F and N.  Each letter plan provides a different level of coverage to help offset the out of pocket costs you would otherwise have with Original Medicare along.
Organized in 1948, Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company is now licensed to operate in 20 states.  If you would like more information regarding the Sentinel Security Medicare Supplement plans please feel free to call anytime; 800-700-1246.

Compare Medicare Supplement Rates in your area

2011 Sentinel Security Medicare Supplement plans are now in most of the western states.
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[11 May 2011 | No Comment | ]
8 Reasons why Anthem Blue Cross is so good at Medicare Supplement insurance?

Anthem Blue Cross as a Medicare Supplement company is one of my favorites.  There are quite a few reason why, below I’ll go over my top 8 reasons.   I’ll name them off as I go.  Please keep in mind, with any company you may have good and also poor experiences. Anthem is primarily a Health Insurance company, yes they have life, dental and vision, but their focus has always been health.

Their customer service is very good.  This is a big one, I judge a Med Supp company heavily on their service.  If a client calls me …

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[4 May 2011 | No Comment | ]

Mutual of Omaha has been committed to their members within the Medicare Supplement market, and wish to keep all of their Medigap plans as competitive as possible.  Therefore after careful consideration, Mutual of Omaha will no longer Market their Medicare Supplement Plan N in all states effective April 22nd 2011.
If you currently have a Mutual of Omaha Medicare Supplement plan N, you may keep your policy or replace it at anytime with another Medicare Supplement plan available in your state.  Normal conversion and underwriting rules apply.
Other companies are still offering …

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[2 May 2011 | No Comment | ]

Looking for Plan F, G, D or any of the other Medicare Supplement plans in Illinois, Gerber is a company you should include in your comparison.  Switching to a different company or new to Medicare, Gerber Medicare Supplement plans offer competitive rates throughout Illinois.  Gerber, Mutual of Omaha (United of Omaha in Illinois), Forethought and Family life are all companies to throw in the mix.
Gerber was named one of the top 50 performing Life and Health companies in 2009 by the Ward Group which is an independent consulting and benchmarking firm …

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[27 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]
Anthem Medicare Supplement Extras – Dental & Vision

Dental  -  Vision  -  Travel Assistance  -  Silver Sneakers Fitness Program
Anthem Blue Cross has some new Dental & Vision packages called Anthem Extras, which can compliment all of our Medicare Supplement plans.  Anthem Extras consist of three packages; Standard, Premium and Premium Plus.  All three offer valuable benefits and services, such as;

Packaged Dental and Vision coverage that offers extra preventive benefits.
Support services and tool to help you maintain good overall health and well-being.
Anthem Extras Brochure
Anthem Extras Application

And best of all, these packages are available for a monthly plan premiums of: $23, $44 and …

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[26 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]

There are three type of doctors when it comes to Medicare.  If you have Original Medicare only, or with a Medicare Supplement the following providers are available to you.
Participating Doctors (PAR) …
Doctors who participate in Medicare agree to accept Medicare assignment (payment) for all claims for Medicare patients as payment in full.  They can charge up to 100% of the allowable Medicare fee schedule and not more.  Participating Doctors and other providers cannot bill the patient for any sum in excess of the Medicare allowable amounts.  For a list of doctors and suppliers …

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[25 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]
Illinois Medicare Supplement plans

Illinois Medicare Supplement plans are very easy to shop for.  Whether you are new to Medicare or shopping for a new lower priced company and plan, my web-site will be able to answer most of your questions and help move you in the right direction.  What you do with this information is up to you.  So please feel free to look around and compare rates, plans and companies for the state of Illinois.  You’ll find rates from some of the most competitive companies such as Mutual of Omaha, Gerber, Forethought and …

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[20 Apr 2011 | 2 Comments | ]
Medicare Part D Rx Plans

Medicare prescription plan, also known as Part D helps Medicare eligible beneficiaries pay for prescription drugs.  If you are eligible for Medicare and do not currently have prescription drug coverage, you should consider enrolling in one of these plans.  If you don’t enroll in a drug plan when you’re first eligible and you don’t have other creditable coverage, you may have to pay a “Late enrollment Penalty,” at least 1 percent of your premium for each month you wait to enroll.
Where to buy a Medicare Part D plan …
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[19 Apr 2011 | 4 Comments | ]

Whether you live in Lexington, Louisville, Owensboro, Bowling Green, Covington or anywhere in between, Gerber Medicare Supplement plan throughout Kentucky have competitive rates you will want to compare during your research.  An A rated company with excellent customer service along with excellent Medicare Supplement rates proves to be a winning combination for Kentucky residents who are either new to Medicare or shopping for a new company or plan.

Gerber Rates
Gerber Kentucky Application

Gerber is now in 42 states and is quickly becoming recognized as a national leader in the Medicare Supplement industry.  …

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[19 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]

Mutual of Omaha, United of Omaha or United World all fall under the Mutual of Omaha umbrella of companies depending on the State you reside.  In Oregon it’s United of Omaha andthey are hard to beat!  The Oregon United of Omaha Medicare Supplement plans, depending on your zip code will most likely be the lowest of all Medigap carriers.  There may be one or two companies with a lower premium for certain age groups or zip codes, but overall the United of Omaha plans are extremely competitive.

Compare Oregon Rates

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[18 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]

New to Medicare or shopping for a new plan or company?  Be sure to include Anthem Blue Cross of Ohio in your comparison.  Depending on your current age, Anthem will most likely be one of the lowest priced Medicare Supplement plans in your area.  The Anthem plans available in Ohio as in most of the other Anthem States (California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Missouri, Nevada, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin) are; A, F, High F, G and N.
2011 Guarantee-Issue …
During 2011, Anthem Blue Cross is offering a “guarantee-issue”opportunity to anyone with …

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[13 Apr 2011 | No Comment | ]
Forethought Medicare Supplement

Forethought Medicare Supplement is an A- rated insurance company by A.M. Best Company, and has been providing innovative insurance programs since 1985.  Headquartered in Houston Texas, with insurance operations in Indiana, Forethought’s ongoing success is underpinned by strong financial performance and a proven reputation for honoring it’s commitments.
Forethought Rates in the following States …
Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia.
Forethought Medicare Supplement plans offered in the above states are: Plans A, …