One of the most common questions people ask when searching online is: “Is Medicare only for 65+?”
The short answer is no—while most people qualify for Medicare at age 65, you can be eligible for Medicare before age 65 under […]
Every fall, Medicare beneficiaries are faced with one of the most important deadlines of the year: the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) — a limited window to review, update, or change Medicare Advantage (Part C) and prescription drug (Part D) coverage for the coming year. In 2025, […]
It’s natural to feel concerned about your parents making the right Medicare decision; it’s a big, often complex choice with a lot of options. Medicare plans can vary significantly in terms of coverage, cost, and compatibility with specific health needs, and there are some ways you can help them make […]
Our goal at Stark Associates Insurance Agency is to make sure Medicare beneficiaries have the best education to help them make an informed decision when they turn 65. One of the most frequently asked questions we get is when to enroll in Medicare – immediately upon turning 65 […]
For most folks they go see the doctor around the first of the year. So they pay their Medicare Part B (Doctor and outpatient) deductible. In 2021 it is $203.
In 2022 it is $233.
11 months pass and most forget that they owe the deductible again when the calendar year resets […]
Almost all doctors take Medicare and all Hospitals do. Does that mean that if they take Medicare they will take your supplement? The answer is yes! Most folks that have been on managed care their entire lives think that the […]
There are a couple of times during the year when you can leave your Medicare Advantage Plan. The Annual Election Period (AEP). The dates are October 15th to December 7th. Or you can leave in the open enrollment period from January 1st […]
Decisions, decisions. Most folks that are retiring and or turning age 65 still talk about plan F Medicare Supplement. If you are […]
Thank you parents! We all have them. They have looked out for us now we need to look out for them. As our parents get older they will be leaning on their children more.
What will they need from you? Make sure […]
Medicare supplement policies are insurance policies offered by private insurance carriers. In other words they fill in the gaps. These policies are also called “Medi-Gap” plans. Not all carriers are treated equally. There can be a huge difference in costs between the same plans across different carriers so […]
