Leonie Dawkins, Medicare Insurance Agent
About Me
Licensed Medicare agent in Georgia and New Jersey.
ACA and Life
Q&A with Leonie Dawkins
Do my Medicare hospital days reset every year?
Answer: Yes, the plan benefits are reset at the start of each new plan period and only apply to the current plan year.
How long should I keep my Medicare Summary Notices?
Answer: Your plan summary must be kept as long as you have that plan. When you get a new plan, you will also get a new plan summary.
How do Medicare brokers get paid, and does it affect the plan they recommend?
Answer: Medicare brokers are paid a commission on each plan they enroll a client in. This does not affect the client's plan choice in any way.
Can I keep seeing my current doctors if I switch to a Medicare Advantage plan, or do I have to find new ones?
Answer: This depends on whether your doctor is a part of your Medicare Advantage plan network. And if he takes your particular plan.
Does Medicare cover vision care?
Answer: Yes, Medicare does cover vision. Medicare covers dental. Medicare covers hearing. This is in addition to your Medical care. You can call in to an agent and ask about your benefits. Be free to ask all rhe questions you are not sure about and if you
Aren't those Medicare seminars just sales pitches in disguise?
Answer: These seminars are mostly for education purposes. They are to inform you about benefits and how to access them. They are held to inform you about the various plans in an area and how to make the wise choice to choose the plan that fits your needs. They are there to explain to you the different enrollment periods and how to know the correct period for your enrollment.
What happens if I delay Medicare Part A enrollment because I'm still on my spouse's employer plan?
Answer: Because you are still on your husband employment plan. There will be no penalty. You can choose to enroll in a Special Enrollment Period, whenever you are ready.
What are the reasons why I should work with a Medicare agent?
Answer: They are licensed, trained and prepared, to talk to clients about Medicare services. They can also assist you to choose the best plan for your healthcare needs.
Which states have the best Medicare policies?
Answer: There is no best state where Medicare is concern. The plan one chooses, depends on their needs. The plan you choose will be as close as possible to your needs. You will not get everything 100%.