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Medicare FAQs: What You Need to Know

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Frequently Asked Questions


How do I apply for Medicare?

How do I apply for a Medicare Advantage or Supplement Plan?

Can I apply for Medicare in person?

Can I get assistance applying for Medicare?

When should I apply for Medicare?

What if I missed my Initial Enrollment Period?

Are there penalties for enrolling late?

When do I get my Medicare card?

Getting Started

Answers to common questions such as: When should you enroll?  How and when do you become eligible for Medicare?

Enrollment Periods

After your initial enrollment, Medicare allows you to make changes to your coverage at specific times each year. Here are those dates.

Medicare Part D

Medicare’s Part D is coverage for your medication needs and is provided by private insurance carriers. We’ll explain exactly how it works.

Defining the ABC’s

Medicare consists of Parts A, B, C, and D.   Step one is to learn the “ABC’s”, how they work, and your options with each part.

Advantage Plans

Medicare Advantage Plans are provided by private insurance companies and can often save you money.

Special Needs Plans

SNPs are Advantage Plans that are tailored to meet the needs of individuals with certain health conditions or circumstances.

Supplement Plans

Insurance sold by private insurance companies to cover Medicare’s gaps.  Also called “MediGap” plans.

Medicare FAQs

Answers to some of the most common questions asked by Medicare beneficiaries.

Get Free Medicare Assistance

Friendly, licensed professionals are available to answer all of your questions. Call 314-499-5767 or complete the form below and we’d be happy to reach out to you.







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