Medicare Rule…No One Remembers!
Medicare Rule…No One Remembers! Dear Toni, Just a quick note to say that my mother had to go into the hospital this week with COVID that caused a urinary tract infection and pneumonia. She had...
Reader Alert!! Dangers of Changing Medicare Options with Telemarketers!
Reader Alert!! Dangers of Changing Medicare Options with Telemarketers! Morning Toni: When I first got Medicare, I picked a Medicare supplement plan F. In 2019, I was approached by a telemarking...
October 15 Is Coming….Know Your Medicare Options!!
October 15 Is Coming….Know Your Medicare Options!! Dear Toni: I turned 65 in Feb and did not enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan. I’ve been told that I must wait until October for...
Does Original Medicare Have A Network of Specialists? I Have Cancer!
Does Original Medicare Have A Network of Specialists? I Have Cancer! Hi Toni, Turning 65 this October and have no idea what I should do, because I have lung cancer. Currently, I am on a COBRA policy...
Why Is Medicare Denying Paying for My Doctor Visit?
Why Is Medicare Denying Paying for My Doctor Visit? Hello Toni: I have a $900 doctor bill with a new cardiologist and Medicare says they will not pay? I recently retired and enrolled in Medicare...
Husband Passed Away…Why Is My Medicare Monthly Premium $545?
Husband Passed Away…Why Is My Medicare Monthly Premium $545? Dear Toni: I have been reading your articles regarding COVID-19, being laid off and enrolling in Medicare properly but I have not read an...
Why Is My Medicare Premium An Extra $471?
Why Is My Medicare Premium An Extra $471? Toni: My husband, John and I need your guidance because I believe I have made a mistake enrolling in Medicare. Last year, John was laid off due to COVID-19...
Not Knowing Medicare Rules Costs Americans Millions!
Not Knowing Medicare Rules Costs Americans Millions! Toni: In 2019, we sold our house to move into a senior community. Now, both of our Part B premiums have increased drastically in 2021 from around...
Medicare Tips for Baby Boomers
Medicare Tips for Baby Boomers Toni: I am a confused Baby Boomer who needs to make my Medicare decision in November when I turn 65. I do not know where to start or what to do? Can you please help...
Why Did COBRA Cost Me $40K in Medical Expenses?
Why Did COBRA Cost Me $40K in Medical Expenses? Reader Alert: Many employer benefit group plans terminate the day you are no longer working full-time. Explore employer group medical plan...
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