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Enroll in a Medigap Plan over the Phone
From the beginning we've always offered our clients the ability to enroll in a Medicare Supplement plan over the phone. Back then it was...
Brad Gunning
Apr 9, 20201 min read
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Medicare for All
As we prepare for the Presidential election in 2020, the Medicare for All debate is sure to heat up. Medicare Life Group founder, Troy...
Brad Gunning
Jul 19, 20191 min read
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Building the Best Medicare Insurance Brokerage
Several years ago, Troy and I decided to turn our focus entirely to the Medicare health insurance market. The shift in focus to Medicare...
Brad Gunning
Jul 10, 20193 min read
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Is Plan G the Best Medicare Supplement Plan?
For years, the "Cadillac" Medicare Supplement plan has been Plan F. It's the most comprehensive plan, completely filling the Medicare...
Brad Gunning
Jun 13, 20192 min read
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Traveling with Medicare
Our clients often tell us one of the main perks of retirement is having time to travel. But how does travel impact your Medicare...
Brad Gunning
Mar 5, 20193 min read
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4 Questions to ask your Medicare Supplement Agent
Enrolling in Medicare and securing a Medicare supplement insurance plan is a complicated, but important task. It's best to have a...
Brad Gunning
Feb 26, 20192 min read
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What is this extra Medicare charge for IRMAA?
I receive inquiries all the time about additional "IRMAA fees" being assessed on Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. The base premium...
Brad Gunning
Aug 31, 20182 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Dental?
Routine dental care is not covered by Medicare. The following common dental procedures will not be paid for by Medicare: cleanings...
Brad Gunning
Apr 18, 20181 min read
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When is Medicare Annual Open Enrollment?
The Medicare Annual Open Enrollment ("AEP") is important, but not for purposes of purchasing a Medicare Supplement plan. Let's explore...
Brad Gunning
Mar 9, 20182 min read
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New Medicare Card Scam
Beginning in April of this year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin mailing new Medicare cards to everyone...
Brad Gunning
Feb 14, 20182 min read
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Changes to Medicare in 2018
With the start of the new year, we wanted to pass along some good news regarding changes to Medicare in 2018. Usually you can expect to...
Brad Gunning
Jan 30, 20181 min read
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Retiring After Age 65, Can You Still Get Medigap?
If you plan to retire by age 65 and are enrolled in Medicare Part B, then you have a 6-month Medicare Supplement (Medigap) enrollment...
Brad Gunning
Jan 31, 20172 min read
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New 2017 Medicare Premiums and Deductibles Announced
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced the cost of Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2017. As you're probably...
Brad Gunning
Nov 11, 20162 min read
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What is the Cost of Medigap in California?
Today we explore the cost of Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) for a resident of California in 2016. Rates vary depending on a...
Brad Gunning
Aug 9, 20162 min read
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What is the Cost of Medigap in Montana?
This post will look at the cost of Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) for a resident of Montana in 2016. Rates vary depending on...
Brad Gunning
Aug 8, 20162 min read
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What is the Cost of Medigap in Florida?
This post will break down the cost of Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) for a resident of Florida in 2016. Rates vary depending on...
Brad Gunning
Aug 8, 20162 min read
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How to Enroll in Medicare
You become eligible to enroll in Medicare beginning three months prior to your 65th birthday. If you are already collecting Social...
Brad Gunning
Jul 22, 20162 min read
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What is Medicare SELECT?
In our experience, Medicare SELECT plans are the least popular of the Medicare options (regular Medigap and Medicare Advantage are far...
Brad Gunning
Jun 26, 20161 min read
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What Are Your Medicare Coverage Choices?
As you approach age 65, you're probably aware that you need to make some decisions regarding your healthcare coverage. You might be...
Brad Gunning
Jun 21, 20162 min read
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What is Medicare?
If you're on this site you're probably interested in Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap). Maybe you're trying to decide between a...
Brad Gunning
Jun 19, 20162 min read
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