spaciousmind, Author at AGA Life and Health

4 Ways to Avoid the Part D Penalty

by spaciousmind | May 26, 2021 | General, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Enrollment |

4 Ways to Avoid the Part D Penalty What is the Part D Late Enrollment Penalty? The Part D late enrollment penalty is a permanent fee that is added to your monthly prescription drug premium as a consequence of going without creditable prescription drug coverage for...

Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?

by spaciousmind | Apr 14, 2021 | General, Health, Medicare, Medicare Advantage |

Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids? Hearing loss can be frustrating, especially when you start to consider the cost of addressing it. Hearing aids are a life-saver for many affected by hearing loss but costs can be financially burdensome for many. For those on...

What is the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback?

by spaciousmind | Mar 19, 2021 | General, Medicare, Medicare Advantage |

What is the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback? While watching TV or listening to the radio you may have come across an enticing advertisement that said something like, “If you’re 65 years or older and enrolled in Medicare you may be eligible to receive up to $148 back...

Highest Out of Pocket Expenses for Medicare Beneficiaries and How to Avoid Them

by spaciousmind | Jan 28, 2021 | General, Health, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Enrollment, Medicare Supplements |

Highest Out of Pocket Expenses for Medicare Beneficiaries and How to Avoid Them For many seniors, Original Medicare offers a foundation for covering healthcare expenses. Unfortunately, it doesn’t cover everything. Medicare beneficiaries who only elect Original...

What to do with Medicare when Moving out of State?

by spaciousmind | Jan 13, 2021 | General, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Enrollment, Medicare Supplements |

What to do with Medicare when Moving out of State? Relocating can be an exciting and stressful time. With so much to take care of for a big move, it’s easy for small details to get lost in the mix. Don’t let your healthcare coverage be one. If you are considering...