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Old 03-18-2023, 06:52 AM
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not just villages anywhere -

Medicare basics -
You need to signup for medicare part A, B & D or some advantage plan (part C) 3 months before you turn 65 to 3 months after you turn 65

If you didn't get medicare when you're first eligible, your monthly premium will go up 10% for each 12-month period you could've had Part B, but didn't sign up and that lasts forever. In general, once you are past that signup window they do NOT have to take you especially if you have medical problems or can charge you more. That’s why it really is worth talking to a shine counselor to understand your choices and shop around to choose well.

Yes all the medigap plans and advantage plans have to provide the same basic services. BUT some plans are lousy at paying bills or providing you with medical services where you want especially specialists – you could be denied from where you want to go.

SHINE - Sumter