Should You Get Medicare Part D? For Many, the Answer Is Yes
Unlike Original Medicare, which has existed since the 1960s, you didn’t grow up with Medicare…
Hal Levy
Healthcare Writer
Hal was a former staff writer, where he monitored the insurance industry and helped consumers make smart medical decisions. Prior to joining HealthCare.com, Hal worked to grow other startups and nonprofit groups. He drinks a ton of coffee and eats vegetables almost every day.
Latest Articles by Hal Levy
What’s a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN)?
The many dollar signs on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) might stand out to you…
Updated on: November 4th, 2020
Health Insurance for the Almost-Medicare Aged and Early Retirees
For many people, reaching 65 and becoming eligible for Medicare is healthcare heaven. Once enrolled,…
Updated on: November 9th, 2020
What Are Out-of-Pocket Costs for Medicare Supplement Plans K and L?
Medicare Supplement Plan K and Medicare Supplement Plan L are the two types of Medigap…
Updated on: November 9th, 2020
Will the Medicare Part B Premium Cost Increase in 2020?
The Medicare Part B premium cost of $144.60 per month will increase to $148.50 per…
Updated on: November 9th, 2020
New Medicare Card 101: Photos, Prices, and What You Need to Know for 2020
In 2018, in a long-overdue move to protect your privacy, the government mailed new Medicare…
Updated on: October 6th, 2020
Medicare’s Blood Deductible 101: Are Transfusions Covered?
Can you imagine a doctor postponing surgery because YOU forgot to bring scrubs? It sounds…
Updated on: August 27th, 2020
Medicare and Foreign Travel: What to Know About Medicare Coverage Outside the US
If you’re traveling abroad after age 65, you’ll want to consider a supplement to your…
Updated on: November 19th, 2020
Does Medicare Count as Minimum Essential Coverage?
Medicare Part A counts as minimum essential coverage. Under the Affordable Care Act, all taxpayers…
Updated on: November 11th, 2020
Can You Have Private Insurance and Medicare at the Same Time?
Well, Medicare IS health insurance. You’ll pay monthly Medicare premiums and present your Medicare card…