On the Mark

The most complicated part of your Medicare plan is the drug coverage. This impacts you if you are currently on a Medicare Advantage plan or have a stand alone drug plan as a result of being on a Medicare Supplement Plan or Original Medicare.

In this podcast we are going to discuss the area of New Offerings. What do I mean by “new offerings”? Every year insurance companies decide where they want to do business. Therefore, some carriers may offer a product in your county when they didn’t previously, some may change their product and some may leave.

In this podcast we are going to discuss the area of network changes. I’m going to break it down into three plan features that you should be reviewing: They are doctors and specialists, hospitals and facilities, and dental/vision providers.

In this podcast we are going to discuss the area of Plan Benefit Changes. I’m going to break it down into four features that you should be reviewing, they are your ANOC, your cost components, supplemental benefits, and benefits beyond original medicare.

The Medicare Savings Account, or MSA for short, is likely the least known and understood of the Medicare Advantage plans. Thats right, the MSA is a version of the Medicare Advantage Plan. However, as the knowledge and understanding of the MSA grows, more and more people are deciding that it is the best option for them.

This podcast presents a review of the strategy of combining an Indemnity Plan with a Medicare Savings Plan, or MSA.Here I will get into greater detail regarding the Indemnity plans. I will summarize with how they work well together and may be a solution for you to consider.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.Here's what we're diving into in this new Welcome to Medicare series. We'll go over what Medicare eligibility and enrollment looks like, then we'll break down Original Medicare Parts A & B, and we'll also discuss the options you have in receiving your healthcare.Additionally, we'll learn all about Medicare Part D, Medicare's prescription drug plan, and make sure to stay tuned for some buying tips to remember and a summary of key terms. Thank you for joining us!

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.As you listen along with us at Elite Senior Insurance, be sure to have access to your Welcome to Medicare Guide to reference throughout this series. You can find it on our website or by contacting us.Medicare eligibility has a trigger point: age (for most folks). Once you hit 65, you're eligible, given you're also a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Exceptions may apply, so stay tuned and listen in.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.Now that we understand the rules for eligibility and enrollment, now we need to discuss when to enroll if we are eligible. Once again, there is a key factor in determining this. That is: are you receiving your Social Security benefits or not?Want to learn how you can enroll, or if you should? What should you do? Listen in, and follow Mark Jewell's expert podcasts and Elite Senior Insurance online!

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.In the next episode we will discuss the coverage aspect of Medicare Parts A and B. This episode pertains to Parts A and B's premiums. For most Americans, Part A costs nothing. But for Part B, the standard premium for most of us is $144.60 per month. That's for 2020. Depending on your income level, your premium may vary, so listen on to learn more!

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.Take a deep breath, sharpen your pencils, and get ready to take some notes. This episode will delve into the more complicated matter of coverage in Medicare Parts A and B, but don't worry. That's why we're here: to help and serve you. Understand the difference between Parts A and B by listening on.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.You may want to resharpen your pencils again for notes. How do you want to receive your Medicare coverage? Well, you have three options. Listen through this entire episode to learn more, and remember, we're here for you as a resource. Reach out to us!When I do Welcome to Medicare meetings in person or over the phone, some folks get the impression that I favor one option to receive your Medicare coverage over the other. That's not case. You can find out which method may be right for you through this episode.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.What is Medicare Part D? Remember, Original Medicare does not cover prescription drugs, so you will have to get a prescription drug plan: one option being Medicare Part D. If you don't get a drug plan but later on you decide you want one, you will have to pay a late enrollment penalty. Learn more on how Part D and prescription drug plans work with Medicare.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.You stuck with us this long, and we know the past couple of topics have been complicated. Now, here's your reward: tune in for valuable buying tips and some important insights when shopping for Medicare once you're eligible.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.Here's one more rewarding episode after sticking with us this long. Take notes on these important terms from the Medicare world. You'll be referring to them often when shopping.

This episode is part of the series Welcome to Medicare for 2020/2021.Why should you do business with Elite Senior Insurance? I'm often asked that question. And here are my three main points for why you would not regret this decision. We're local. We're focused. And our approach is invaluable: we educate you, and we treat you as a person.