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Guide To Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) 2023

The Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15 to December 7 each year and is the best time for Medicare beneficiaries to make changes to their current coverage. This is a good time to ensure you have all of the...

What You Need to Know If You’re Aging Into Medicare

Every day in the United States, 10,000 people turn 65—which means 10,000 people are newly eligible for Medicare. Even with the thousands of people turning 65 each day, there’s still a lot of confusion around preparing for Medicare, from enrollment to its coverage....

Prescription Drug Coverage & Shopping During Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)

The cost of prescription drugs has been steadily increasing over the past few decades, with prices for some brand-named drugs prescribed most often to seniors increasing by 12% every year from 2013-2018.1 It’s important to review your Medicare coverage on an annual...

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Summertime often means spending more time outdoors, but with that can come risk of the excessive summer heat. While there are easy precautions to take to avoid illness or health scares as a result of the heat, it can be extremely risky the older we get. Here are a few...

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Does Medicare cover a colonoscopy?

Colonoscopies are an important test for early detection of colon cancer and precancerous polyps. Colorectal cancer is most commonly found in adults aged 65 to 74. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2021, 104,270 new cases of colon cancer and 45,230 cases of...

Medicare Cost Changes to Expect in 2022

Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) releases cost changes related to Medicare premiums, deductibles, Medicare Advantage plans and prescription drug plans. By presenting these updates before the Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug...

Can I get Medicare through my spouse?

Medicare is an individual health insurance program for workers who’ve paid Medicare taxes throughout their working life and who are age 65. You’re able to qualify for premium-free Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) by paying these taxes for 40 quarters (about 10...

Medicare Plan Articles

Take Advantage of Medicare Preventive Services

One of the best things you can do in your later years is take active measures to stay healthy. Good health and disease prevention can happen through developing habits. In addition to daily behaviors, it’s a good idea to make regular appointments with your doctor....

It’s Important to Review Your Medicare Coverage Every Year

Every year, Medicare beneficiaries have the option to make changes to their coverage during the Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15-December 7. AEP is an ideal time to review your plan and make changes that are...

What to Do with Medicare if You’re Moving: Medicare Change of Address

There’s a lot on your to-do list when you’re moving, but one thing to add to your list is figuring out your Medicare coverage. Whether you’re wondering if you can keep your existing coverage or want to know if you have additional Medicare coverage options in your new...

Medicare Coverage Articles

Prescription Drug Coverage & Shopping During Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)

The cost of prescription drugs has been steadily increasing over the past few decades, with prices for some brand-named drugs prescribed most often to seniors increasing by 12% every year from 2013-2018.1 It’s important to review your Medicare coverage on an annual...

Does Medicare cover ancillary products and services?

Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) covers basic healthcare needs but it doesn’t cover everything. From dental to vision to hearing benefits, ancillary products like these often require additional coverage, even for basic needs such as hearing aids and routine eye...

Does Medicare cover mammograms?

Mammograms are one of the best tools for early detection of breast cancer, and being proactive about getting your annual mammogram after you turn 40 is critical for your overall health. While there are certain instances in which you may have to pay out-of-pocket,...

Medicare Enrollment Articles

Guide To Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) 2023

The Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15 to December 7 each year and is the best time for Medicare beneficiaries to make changes to their current coverage. This is a good time to ensure you have all of the...

What You Need to Know If You’re Aging Into Medicare

Every day in the United States, 10,000 people turn 65—which means 10,000 people are newly eligible for Medicare. Even with the thousands of people turning 65 each day, there’s still a lot of confusion around preparing for Medicare, from enrollment to its coverage....

Five Ways to Prepare for Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) 2023

The Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period is an important time of year for Medicare beneficiaries. This year, the Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15, 2022 to December 7, 2022. The enrollment period only lasts 53 days, and...

Medicare Support Articles

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Summertime often means spending more time outdoors, but with that can come risk of the excessive summer heat. While there are easy precautions to take to avoid illness or health scares as a result of the heat, it can be extremely risky the older we get. Here are a few...

Guide to Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

Choosing an assisted living facility is a big decision and one we don’t expect you to take lightly. It can take a lot of time and research to figure out which one is right for you. From price to location to the services provided, there’s a lot to consider. We’ve put...

Benefits of Water Exercise for Seniors

As we age, certain physical activities can be hard on our joints and previous injuries, and can also be a hazard for falls and other risks. That’s where water exercise comes in. Water exercise is a great physical activity for seniors, providing light aerobic movement...

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* Income & resource limits from 2019. Qualifications and limits provided by https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/get-help-paying-costs/medicare-savings-programs and are intended to be updated annually.

* https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/get-help-paying-costs/find-your-level-of-extra-help-part-d

* If you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for at least 40 calendar quarters (10 years)

** Source: Henry J Kaiser Family Foundation

¹ https://www.modernhealthcare.com/politics-policy/cms-use-glide-path-when-removing-covid-19-waivers

² https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/trump-administration-issues-second-round-sweeping-changes-support-us-healthcare-system-during-covid

¹ https://www.medicare.gov/drug-coverage-part-d/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage/yearly-deductible-for-drug-plans

² https://www.medicare.gov/drug-coverage-part-d/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage/costs-in-the-coverage-gap

³ https://www.medicare.gov/drug-coverage-part-d/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage/catastrophic-coverage. The $6,350 includes what you paid in Initial Coverage (deductible & copayments), what you paid in the Coverage Gap, and any applicable pharmaceutical discounts.

¹ If you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for at least 40 calendar quarters (10 years)

¹ https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/medicare-costs-at-a-glance

² https://www.medicare.gov/supplements-other-insurance/whats-medicare-supplement-insurance-medigap/medigap-costs/costs-of-medigap-policies

³ https://www.medicare.gov/supplements-other-insurance/when-can-i-buy-medigap

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*Best's Credit Ratings™ are under continuous review and subject to change and/or affirmation. For the latest Best’s Credit Ratings™ and Best’s Credit Reports (which include Best’s Credit Ratings™), visit the A.M. Best website at ambest.com. See Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings™ for explanation of use and charges.” “Best's Credit Ratings™ reproduced herein appear under license from A.M. Best and do not constitute, either expressly or impliedly, an endorsement of SelectQuote or its recommendations, formulas, criteria or comparisons to any other ratings, rating scales or rating organizations which are published or referenced herein. A.M. Best is not responsible for transcription errors made in presenting Best's Credit Ratings™. Best’s Credit Ratings™ are proprietary and may not be reproduced or distributed without the express written permission of A.M. Best Company.” A Best’s Financial Strength Rating opinion addresses the relative ability of an insurer to meet its ongoing insurance obligations. It is not a warranty of a company’s financial strength and ability to meet its obligations to policyholders. View our Important Notice: Best's Credit Ratings for a disclaimer notice and complete details at http://www.ambest.com/home/ratings.aspx

This is a brief product overview only. Coverage may not be available in all states including but not limited to NJ, NM, NY or VA. Benefits/premium rates may vary based on plan selected. Optional riders may be available at an additional cost. Policies and riders may also contain a waiting period. Refer to the exact policies and riders for benefit details, definitions, limitations and exclusions. For availability and costs, please contact your local Aflac agent/producer. The rates quoted are the current rates and are subject to change.

Accident: In Idaho, Policies T37100ID, T37200ID, & T37300ID. In Oklahoma, Policy T37000OK. Not available in Virginia. Cancer/Specified-Disease: In Idaho, Policy T70000ID. In Oklahoma, Policy T70000OK. In Virginia, Policies T70000VA & T70000GVA. Critical Illness: In Oklahoma, Policy T71000OK. Not available in Idaho or Virginia.

Aflac’s family of insurers include Aflac, Aflac New York, Continental American Insurance Company, and Tier One Insurance Company.

Aflac coverage is underwritten by Tier One Insurance Company.

Aflac WWHQ | Tier One Insurance Company | 1932 Wynnton Road | Columbus, GA 31999.

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Aflac overage is underwritten by Tier One Insurance Company.

Aflac family of insurers include Aflac, Aflac New York, Continental American Insurance Company, and Tier One Insurance Company.

This is a brief product overview only. Coverage may not be available in all states including but not limited to NJ, NM, NY or VA. Benefits/premium rates may vary based on plan selected. Optional riders may be available at an additional cost. Policies and riders may also contain a waiting period. Refer to the exact policies and riders for benefit details, definitions, limitations and exclusions. For availability and costs, please contact your local Aflac agent/producer. The rates quoted are the current rates and are subject to change.

Accident: In Arkansas, Policy T37000ARR. In Idaho, Policies T37100ID, T37200ID, & T37300ID. In Oregon, Policy T37000OR. In Oklahoma, Policy T37000OK. In Pennsylvania, Policies T37000PA, T37300PA, & T37500PA. In Texas, Policy T37000TX. Cancer: In Arkansas, Policy T70000ARR. In Idaho, Policy T70000ID. In Oklahoma, Policy T70000OK. In Oregon, Policy T70000OR. In Pennsylvania, Policy T70000PA. In Texas, Policy T70000TX. Critical Illness: In Arkansas, Policy T71100ARR. In Oklahoma, Policy T71000OK. In Oregon, Policy T71000OR. In Pennsylvania, Policies T71100PA - T71400PA. In Texas, Policy T71000TXR.

Aflac | WWHQ | 1932 Wynnton Road | Columbus, GA 31999

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*The Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15-December 7. During this time, Medicare recipients can evaluate their current coverage and enroll in new plans for the upcoming year.