My Medicare Matters Tool

 

Hi Readers, Medicare Open Enrollment ends on December 7 and I am sick of the television ads already. There will be more as the deadline draws closer.

They are not only frequent but misleading and ageist. The majority of them feature younger actors portraying beautiful and healthy older couples frolicking, jumping, and engaged in leisure pursuits. That is NOT an accurate portrayal of seniors and what they need for their Medicare supplement. Each person has different needs and that is why the decision is so important.  Consulting with an unbiased Medicare expert instead of a salesperson is ESSENTIAL.

Below is the notification I recently received from the National Council on Aging. I recommend accessing the My Medicare Tool and then speak to an expert if questions remain. AgeDoc

My Medicare Matters provides unbiased information to find the best coverage

Arlington, VA (October 15, 2020) – The National Council on Aging (NCOA), a trusted national leader working to ensure that every person can age well, offers a comprehensive and easy-to-use online tool for people with Medicare to make informed choices about their coverage during Open Enrollment, which starts today.

“Choosing a Medicare plan that doesn’t cover what you need can be costly—for your health and for your budget,” said NCOA President and CEO Ramsey Alwin. “People with Medicare should reevaluate their coverage every year to make sure it still fits their health care needs. This year, due to COVID-19, that’s even more important. Our newly modernized My Medicare Matters tool makes it easy.”

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, 2020, for coverage effective in 2021. On My Medicare Matters®, visitors can take a free, confidential assessment to evaluate their coverage needs. After completing it, they can explore:

·       Plan Options: Based on their situation and lifestyle, visitors can learn about the benefits of enrolling in Medicare Advantage or Part D for health and prescription coverage.

·       Costs to Expect: With sample plans, visitors can discover how much they can expect to pay with premiums, co-pays, prescriptions, and other out-of-pocket expenses.

·       Easy Enrollment: If they choose, visitors can get personalized advice and talk with a trusted Medicare agency partner that meets NCOA’s Standards of Excellence.

·       Next Steps: Visitors also can access Medicare basics, tips, and advice on how to get the most out of their Medicare plans.

Originally launched in 2005, My Medicare Matters has helped millions of people get the information they need to make the best choice for their health care coverage. For more information, please visit www.MyMedicareMatters.org.