Blue Shield of California, an independent member of the Blue Shield Association, is a nonprofit health provider offering Medicare Supplemental (Medigap) plans. Currently, Medigap Plan G is the most popular choice in the state of California. Blue Shield offers two additional plan G’s that also include additional benefits: Medigap G Extra and G Inspire*. *NOTE […]

For those who become Medicare eligible by age, disability or end stage renal, enrolling in the right health coverage can be as easy as One, Two, Three.

As you may know, Americans are NOT covered by Medicare when traveling or living abroad. That said, many expats should consider enrolling in one or more parts of Medicare. We will break down your options below, but if you are new to this site, read this good overview of Medicare first.  Medicare Part A: Hospital Coverage […]

Medicare Advantage is not for everyone. Networks, doctors and your budget should impact your decision. Learn more here.

We found some interesting things you might not know about Medicare. 1) When hospitalized your out-of-pocket costs include paying for a simple items such as…

It’s important for everyone to get regular medical check-ups. Staying on top of your regular screenings can help you catch early signs of disease and seek treatment (or even preventative care) as early as possible. Preventative care is especially important for seniors. As we age, many conditions become more common. Incorporating these tests into your […]

Medicare’s 2021 Annual Election Period (also known as AEP Open Enrollment) starts on October 15th and ends on Dec 7th. What is AEP Open Enrollment 2021? Open Enrollment is the misnomer for the Annual Election Period that arrives at the end of each year. It is the best time to switch your Medicare Part D and/or […]

Medicare Supplemental Plans (Medigap) healthcare insurance can be puzzling to understand for those who  have recently become Medicare eligible. We have found the top tips to make it much clearer to understand Original Medicare and Medicare Supplement insurance. 1) Sign up with Medicare First The first thing you need to do is sign up for […]

Retiree insurance through your job may change once you turn 65 and first eligible for Medicare. We’ve answered your most frequently asked questions.

Get ready for Medicare 2021 by learning about premiums, deductibles, open enrollment periods and no underwriting opportunities.