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The ABC’s of Medicare | CA Employee Benefits Advisors

October 20, 2021November 3, 2021By NBG

Trying to figure out Medicare can be one of the most frustrating aspects of retirement. Even the savviest of retirees struggle with figuring out when to enroll and which parts to enroll in – there’s Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, Medigap plans and so on. And, what in the world is a

Medicare, Medicare Part D

Employer Medicare Part D Notices Are Due Before October 15, 2021 | CA Employee Benefits Firm

September 29, 2021October 5, 2021By NBG

Are you an employer that offers or provides group health coverage to your workers? Does your health plan cover outpatient prescription drugs — either as a medical claim or through a card system? If so, be sure to distribute your plan’s Medicare Part D notice before October 15. Purpose Medicare began offering “Part D” plans —

COBRA, Medicare

Does Enrolling in Medicare Trigger an Offer of COBRA? | CA Employee Benefits Agency

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021By NBG

Enrolling in Medicare does not cause COBRA to start. Under the federal rules, COBRA must be offered to persons enrolled in the employer’s health plan only if they lose coverage because of certain specific events. Termination of employment is an example of a COBRA qualifying event. Becoming eligible for Medicare, or enrolling in Medicare, is not a

Health plans, Medicare

4 Things to Consider When Comparing Medicare Plans | California Benefits Agents

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020By NBG No Comments

Comparing Medicare health and prescription drug plans can be complicated. Keep in mind these 4 things to make your plan choice easier with the Medicare Plan Finder. Total cost for care. It’s important to think about your total out-of-pocket costs, including deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, maximums, and drug costs, that you’ll pay with a Medicare health or drug plan. When you

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