Medicare Plans
Understanding Medicare Plans
Are you almost 65 years old and unsure about your Medicare choices? Or do you already have Medicare and need help making changes during open enrollment?
We understand Medicare and can answer your questions, evaluate your needs, and guide you through every step of the process.
Medicare Disclaimer: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.
Types of Medicare Plans Available
PART A
Hospital Insurance
PART B
Medical Insurance
PART C
Medicare Advantage (Parts A, B, & often D)
PART D
Prescription Insurance
Medicare Supplement/Medigap – supplements Medicare Parts A & B
When to Enroll in Medicare
Before you turn 65, contact IHS. We will help you avoid common mistakes such as late enrollment penalties and choosing the wrong supplement, Part C (Medicare Advantage plan) or Part D (prescription insurance).
Medicare open enrollment occurs each year from October 15 through December 7. Changes are effective January 1 of the following calendar year. During open enrollment, IHS can evaluate the applicable insurance carriers and Part D drug providers, run comparisons, and make recommendations on the best choice.
Understanding Medicare is complicated and confusing. Contact IHS today to guide you through the process.
HOW IT WORKS – MEDICARE PROCESS
1. Collect Information
IHS collects your information during a scheduled meeting.
2. Enroll in Medicare
You enroll in Medicare.
3. Prepare Secondary Options
IHS prepares your Medicare secondary plan options.
4. Finalize Plans
IHS meets with you to review/finalize plan selections.
Your Benefits LifeLine Episode 1: The Four Parts of Medicare
Ken Marsh, Your Benefits LifeLine, created this video presentation to make the Medicare process easier for you to understand. It’s an essential guide through the four parts of Medicare. Be sure to take time to review this video as you begin your Medicare journey.
