How to apply for Extra Help

…using either the agency’s print or online application. (If you have Medicaid, SSI, or an MSP, you should be automatically enrolled in Extra Help.) To apply online, visit www.ssa.gov. Depending…

Medicare Summary Notice (MSN)

…account at www,medicare.gov/account (however, you should still request a paper copy for your records). In addition to the health care services you received in a given quarter, your MSN lists:…

Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN)

…will deny payment. For example, an ABN might say, “Medicare only pays for this test once every three years.” Providers are not required to give you an ABN for services…

Mammogram screenings

…Part B deductible. If you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, your plan’s cost-sharing may apply when seeing in-network providers. During the course of your mammogram screening, your provider…

Power of attorney

A power of attorney is a document—typically prepared by a lawyer—that names someone you trust as your agent to make property, financial, and other legal decisions on your behalf. Rules…

Marketing appointment rules

Marketing appointments are meetings you arrange with a representative or agent of an insurance company to discuss your private plan options (including Part D, Medicare Advantage, and Medigaps). If you…

Colorectal cancer screenings

…colorectal cancer screenings, each with separate eligibility requirements: Fecal occult blood test – once a year (every 12 months) if you are age 50+ Flexible sigmoidoscopy – once every four…

Appealing the Part D late enrollment penalty

…         Toll free fax: (833) 946-1912 Part D LEP Reconsiderations        Customer Service: 833-919-0198 PO Box 44165  Jacksonville, FL 32231-4165  If you don’t have an…

Making Part B enrollment decisions with QHP coverage

…800-318-2596 or visit www.healthcare.gov. If you are enrolled in a QHP through your state’s Marketplace, contact the state marketplace to learn how and when to disenroll from your plan. Ask…

Types of medical equipment Medicare covers for home use

…find a DME supplier in your area, call 1-800-MEDICARE or visit www.medicare.gov. You can also learn about Medicare coverage of DME by contacting your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)….