Ending Medicare for people with ESRD

…D after your transplant. Part D coverage for this type of drug typically means higher costs and additional restrictions, such as having to go to specific in-network pharmacies for your…

Medicare Advantage enrollment

…have a Medicare Advantage Plan. Other SEPs may apply based on your specific circumstances. For a full list of SEPs and requirements, please see the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) Chart. …

Medicare Advantage and Part D for incarcerated beneficiaries

…duration of your time in jail, prison, or otherwise in the custody of penal authorities. When you are released, you have a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) to join a Part…

Overview of living wills, health care proxies, advance directives, and powers of attorney

…care decisions for you if you are unable to speak for yourself Advance directive: Often refers to a combination of the living will and health care proxy documents. Power of…

Part D when you have Medicare and Extra Help

…MSP. If you have Extra Help, you either applied or you automatically qualified because you have/had Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or a Medicare Savings Program (MSP). In either case,…

Part B Special Enrollment Periods for exceptional circumstances

…or their representative. An example of proof is a letter from your employer that provides incorrect information about Medicare enrollment. Another example is a letter from your employer that acknowledges…

Accessing Part D coverage

Make sure to follow your Part D plan’s coverage rules when getting prescription drugs covered. This is the best way to avoid additional expenses and other issues. Before you go…

FEHB drug coverage and Part D

…a late enrollment penalty (LEP). Be sure to compare the costs and benefits of your FEHB plan and Part D to decide which best suits your needs. If you are…

TFL drug coverage and Part D

…enrollment without incurring a late enrollment penalty (LEP). Be sure to compare the costs and benefits of Part D and your TFL pharmacy program to decide which best suits your…

Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP)

…plan will always pay secondary If you like your SHOP plan and it is primary, you can choose to delay Medicare enrollment. Be sure to compare your plan’s costs and…