Know Your Benefits, Know Your Rights, and Know Your Options!
If you are becoming eligible for Medicare, such as turning age 65, or if you are a current Medicare beneficiary and want to improve your understanding of Medicare, this course will arm you with everything you need to know and more. During this 2024-2025 educational course we will delve into the depths of Medicare and its four parts (A, B, C, & D), as-well-as address their many myths and misconceptions. Join us for this interactive deep dive into the complex world of Medicare, presented by Michael R Cochran, Independent Insurance Broker.
COURSE SYLLABUS:
- What is Original Medicare
- When Coverage Begins
- When Do You Qualify to Enroll
- How to Enroll
- What Are the Four Parts of Medicare
- Parts A & B Benefits, Premiums, and Financial Liabilities
- Part D Prescription Drug Coverage
- Parts B & D Penalties are for Life
- Creditable Coverage
- Continuing with Employer Coverage
- IRMAA Explained
- Why Original Medicare is Not Enough
- Supplemental Medicare Plans (also known as Medigap)
- Characteristics of Drug Plans – Coverage Phases & Tiers for Prescription Drugs
- Dispelling a Myth!
- Part C Medicare Advantage
- PPOs & HMOs – Which One Is Right?
- Special Needs Plans for Qualifying Chronic Conditions & Medicaid
- Reducing Your Part B Premium