The list of coverages that Medicare provides for Part A and Part B seems endless. Unfortunately, it is not.    Knowing what does Medicare not cover can help you avoid being stuck with some costly medical bills.   Luckily, Medicare offers a free search tool to see if Medicare does or does not cover the treatment.   But wait, we’ve already done […]

Right now there are many questions as to what the Social Security increase will look like for 2026. Social Security COLA for 2024 Starting in January 2026 about 75 million folks receiving Social Security benefits will see a 2.80% increase. The cost of living increase (COLA) is calculated based on the percentage increase in the […]

We would all love to hear that Medicare is free at age 65, but that is really not the case. Turning 65 is a significant milestone for many Americans. As you approach this milestone, you may be wondering about Medicare and how much it will cost you. There are many misconceptions about Medicare, but one […]

Medicare Part B Premium For High Earners The Medicare Part B premium costs more for high income earners, and is known as the Medicare Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA).  These individuals or couples will pay a higher premium each month for their Part B of Medicare due their adjusted gross income being higher than […]

Are you currently looking for the Best Rates for Medicare Supplement Plans in Virginia? There is good news and there is a bit of bad news. The good news is that monthly premiums in the state of VA are on the lower side. The bad news is that the state of Virginia allows for what […]

Medicare Plan K So what exactly is Medicare Plan K?  Plan K is one of the current standardized Medicare Supplement plans that may be available in your state.  Why do we say ‘may be available’?  Most carriers previously chose not to include this plan in their Medicare Supplement offerings in the past since it was […]

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Should Do Before December 7 Medicare Open Enrollment is here, and many people are wondering what they should actually do before December 7. If you are unsure whether your plan is still a good fit, consider comparing Medicare plans before making a decision. Personally, watching Medicare Advantage commercials one after […]

The Inflation Reduction Act has lots of parts that help make prescription drugs more affordable, including closing the “donut hole” and changing how much money you have to pay when getting your prescriptions through this drug plan. So if you’re on Medicare donut hole or know someone who is, now you know a bit more […]

Our company has had a long-standing relationship with Mutual of Omaha Medicare Supplements for decades.  While this review focuses on the Medicare Supplement offered by Mutual of Omaha, keep in mind that the company has a broad portfolio of products (Plan G being the most popular). Mutual of Omaha continues to rank in our Top […]

So How Much is Medicare Going To Cost Me in 2026? Medicare cost for 2026 showed an increase not only for Part A but also for the Part B deductible over 2025. As always, your basic costs change each year in both premiums you pay for Part B coverage and the additional amounts that you […]