Education
Does Medicare consider COBRA as creditable coverage?
No, currently Medicare does not consider COBRA as creditable coverage.
08/21/2023
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What are Medicare’s important dates?
Here are some of the important dates for Medicare to remember:
07/17/2023
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When can you Join, Switch or Drop Medicare Advantage?
There are a few key times when you can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage plan:
06/26/2023
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Education
How does Ashford Insurance help you find a Medicare insurance plan?
Ashford Insurance can help you find a Medicare insurance plan by:
06/19/2023
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Education
What is the Medicare Part D Penalty?
The Medicare Part D penalty is a 1% increase on the Part D premium for each full uncovered month you were eligible for Part D and did not enroll.
05/29/2023
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Education
What is the Medicare Part B Penalty?
The Medicare Part B penalty is a 10% increase on the Part B premium for each full 12-month period not enrolled but eligible.
05/22/2023
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AEP
Why use an Ashford Insurance Medicare Insurance Agent?
If you are considering enrolling in Medicare, it is a good idea to talk to a Medicare insurance agent.
05/01/2023
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Education
Does Medicare Cover Pre-Existing Conditions?
A pre-existing condition is any health problem including serious illnesses like cancer, as well as chronic conditions like acne, asthma, diabetes, or heart disease you had before the scheduled start date or application for your Medicare healthcare coverage.
11/21/2022
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AEP
Fall Medicare Open Enrollment
Fall Medicare Open Enrollment for Medicare beneficiaries starts October 15 and ends December 7 each year.
09/19/2022
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Education
Medicare Special Enrollment Periods
You can make changes to your Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug coverage when certain events happen in your life, like if you move or you lose other insurance coverage. These chances to make changes are called Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs). Rules about when you can make changes and the type of changes you can make are different for each SEP.
06/28/2022
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