by Matt Feret | Sep 26, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D
Dearest Matt, I’ve read online about a Medicare Part D plan covering prescriptions. What else does Medicare Part D cover? Thanks for your website and information; it’s very helpful! Patricia D. Hello Patricia, Medicare Part D covers most “retail”...
by Matt Feret | Sep 15, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D
Hi Matt, Medicare can be expensive! I’ve heard that you can get assistance for your Medicare insurance premium payments each month. I’ve looked around online, but I can’t figure out what step to take first. Can you direct me on how to find help with the cost of...
by Matt Feret | May 6, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Original Medicare
Dear Matt, I understand IRMAA impacts both my Medicare Part B premiums, as well as my Medicare Part D costs. I turn 65 soon and am considering buying a Medicare Advantage Plan. If I buy a Medicare Part C plan (Medicare Advantage), can I avoid an IRMAA charge? Thanks,...
by Matt Feret | Apr 13, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Original Medicare
Dear Matt, I turn 65 in a few months but plan to keep working. How do I decline or drop Medicare Part B if I stay on my employer’s health insurance plan? I don’t need to have Medicare Part B if I have “real” insurance provided by my employer, do I? Thanks, Lucas M....
by Matt Feret | Jan 19, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement
What Is the Medigap (Medicare Supplement) Birthday Rule? Can I Switch Medigap Plans around My Birthday? Dear Matt, I have an AARP Medicare Supplement, which is a United Healthcare Medigap Plan G. My Medicare insurance agent has talked to me about the Medigap...
by Matt Feret | Dec 15, 2021 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement
Matt, I’m retiring soon and think I’m going to skip buying a Medicare Advantage plan and purchase a Medicare Supplement plan and add a stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan to my coverage. In your book, it’s Option 2; Medicare Part D + Supplement as you...
