iQuanti: When you become eligible for Medicare, you have options for how to receive your benefits. You can enroll in Original Medicare Part A and Part B, join a Part C Medicare Advantage plan, purchase a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan, and/or get prescription drug coverage from a Part D plan. Not only that, but there … Read more
Carrot Fertility is the leading global fertility benefits provider for employers and health plans, built to support people through their entire family-forming journey. Since their launch in 2016, Carrot has developed a trusted network of vetted, specialized partners. Family Inceptions is a full-service, relationship-based surrogacy and egg donation agency, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, serving hopeful … Read more
Larry Lane brings over 28 years of experience in the healthcare industry to Care Value, Inc. (CareValue). Larry began his insurance experience at Prudential Financial in 1991 as an agency owner and individual multi-line producer. Following that, he developed Medicare-specific experience at Humana as a Direct Field Sales Representative, and then 14 years at Aetna, a CVS … Read more
Tracey Goulet brings over 30 years of insurance industry and 14 years of Medicare market experience to Care Value, Inc. (CareValue). Tracey has honed her skills managing small and middle market employer groups, acting as Sales and Account Management at CTCare/Cigna, and most recently as Broker Manager—specific to the Medicare market for 14 years at Aetna Medicare, a CVS … Read more
KindHealth, creators of a national health insurance platform that has helped thousands of Americans obtain affordable health insurance and manage their medical bills, is celebrating several significant achievements as it closes its second quarter. So far in 2021, KindHealth has grown its team, formed productive partnerships, grown its membership substantially, and continues to improve its … Read more
Original Medicare, Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) do not cover the shingles vaccine. However, the right Medicare Supplement Plans will cover shingles shots and other vaccines. Medicare Part D, Medicare’s prescription drug plan that you can purchase with Medicare or Medicare Advantage, covers the vaccine, but otherwise you will … Read more
Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, is sold by private insurance companies and helps fill the “gaps” in Original Medicare. A Medigap policy can help cover some of your out-of-pocket costs such as copays, coinsurance and deductibles. They may also cover some services Medicare doesn’t, such as medical expenses while traveling. There are several types of … Read more
The Medicare giveback benefit, or Part B premium reduction plan, is becoming more available and popular among beneficiaries. Not an official Medicare program, this benefit is offered by some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans and covers some or all of your Part B monthly premium. You may qualify for a premium reduction if you’re enrolled … Read more
Each year, Medicare beneficiaries receive an Evidence of Coverage (EOC) and Annual Notice of Changes (ANOC) letter outlining the changes in their coverage and out-of-pocket costs. When you receive this information you should take time to review it carefully, because Part A, Part B, Part C and Part D costs can change year-over-year, sometimes slightly, … Read more
Medicare Parts A and B have significant gaps that Medicare Supplement plans can cover. Medicare supplement plans are provided by private insurance companies and they supplement the Medicare that you already have. Medicare Supplement plans are not the same as Medicare Advantage plans, which replace Medicare Parts A and B, also known as Original Medicare. … Read more
