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Should I Enroll in Medicare When Turning 65 and Still Working?

Many people are working past the age of 65 today - how can someone properly handle Medicare when turning 65 and still working? 

Is There a New Plastic Medicare Card?

When Deidre received a phone call from Medicare she thought that something wasn't right - and she was correct! Toni warns about fraud. 

Does Medicare Cover Expensive Shots Given at the Doctor’s Office?

Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D - what shots are covered, and by what part of Medicare is the focus of this article by Toni King. 

Enrolling in Medicare with a Blocked Social Security Account

Social Security enrolls you in Medicare. What you must do if your Social Security account is blocked! 

Why is Medicare Part D’s IRMAA Premium so High?

What you pay for Medicare is related to your income. To make sure that you are paying the correct amount, Toni explains the process regarding Medicare's Income Related Monthly Adjusted Amount - IRMAA. 

Is At Home Recovery After a Transplant Covered by Medicare?

Planning ahead for transplant surgery with planned at home post operative recovery. 

Son Loses Mom’s House Because Poor Medicare/Medicaid Choices!

Mom received home care paid by Medicaid - the bill was $65,000 - Toni explains state specific rules for MERP - the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program. 

What is the Difference in Home Health Care and At-Home Care?

Parents are in their late 80's, Mom has Parkinson's, Dad just had a heart attack  -  what are their care options when living at home? 

Why Enrolling in Medicare Part D is Important

Medicare Part D is the Medicare prescription drug plan that can be used for everything from prescription drugs to vaccines - but the Medicare Part D rules are not that simple, so Toni explains what you need to know! 

Isn't Medicare Part A Free?

Medicare premium costs can vary from person to person- how are they calculated? 

Hurricane Season Is Here, Are You Prepared

Hurricane season presents opportunities to be well prepared to meet your medical needs, from prescription drugs to your medical records to extra cash in case the ATM is not operating. 

Leaving Employer Benefits Past 65 Is Puzzling!

The importance of properly enrolling in Medicare when leaving company benefits - do you know what to do? 

Medicare Enrollment and Veterans - What's Best?

A Vietnam Veteran is faced with penalties that will last 12 full years because he didn't sign up for Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B when he was 65 years old.

Please Simplify Medicare's Enrollment Process

When turning 65 years old making, the correct choices for Medicare enrollment are critical not only for your health care, but also for your financial future. 

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