When Is the Medicare Supplement Special Enrollment Period?
A Medicare Supplement Special Enrollment Period restores your ability to enroll in Medicare Supplement (“Medigap”)…
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
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…
Updated on: May 12th, 2021
What’s a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN)?
The many dollar signs on a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) might stand out to you…
Updated on: April 21st, 2021
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: June 10th, 2021
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: February 24th, 2021
Will the Medicare Part B Premium Cost Increase in 2021?
The Medicare Part B premium cost of $144.60 per month will increase to $148.50 per…
Updated on: April 21st, 2021
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: January 22nd, 2021
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: July 15th, 2021
Does Medicare Count as Minimum Essential Coverage?
Medicare Part A counts as minimum essential coverage. Under the Affordable Care Act, all taxpayers…
Updated on: June 10th, 2021
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…