Medicare Questions & Answers: Medicare

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Answered by Maureen McKenna Medicare Insurance Agent

Maureen McKenna

McKenna Medicare Solutions, a Bridlewood affiliate • San Diego, CA

I just moved to a new state. Do I need to do anything with my Medicare coverage?

Yes, you will have 60 days to make a change upon arrival into your new state. This will vary by the type of plan you are enrolled in. Consult with an agent to avoid any penalties and missing deadlines.
Answered by Maureen McKenna Medicare Insurance Agent

Maureen McKenna

McKenna Medicare Solutions, a Bridlewood affiliate • San Diego, CA

I'm on Medicare but recently declared bankruptcy due to medical bills. How will this affect my coverage and options going forward?

You may have to file an appeal for your cost of Part B with SSA. You may now be eligible for MediCaid. You may be elgible for Medi-Medi plans if you are approved for MediCaid. Best option is to consult a dedicated Medicare Agent that will understand your needs and can guide you through the process.
Answered by Larry Dalton Medicare Insurance Agent

Larry Dalton

D&D Ins. Group, LLC • Durant, OK

My doctor mentioned something about Medicare not covering my procedure. How do I find out for sure before I get stuck with a bill?

Suppose you're under Medicare Part A and Part B with a Medicare supplemental insurance, and the physician sees a need for a diagnosis due to your health circumstances. In that case, the procedure should be covered, less any amounts for Medicare Part B premium or deductibles, and this is based on the type of supplemental plan you have. If you're on Medicare Part A and B with a Medicare Part C - Advantage plan, then your coverage could only be determined with the prior approval procedure through the insurance carrier of your Advantage plan. Most likely, there will be additional deductibles, co-pays, or out-of-network charges under these plans.