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Affordable Care Act Circle of Champions 2023

Affordable Care Act Circle of Champions Award for 2023

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Mark Lyne from Simple Retirement Benefits achieves Marketplace Circle of Champions recognition Austin, TX — Mark Lyne from Simple Retirement Benefits has been recognized by the Health Insurance Marketplace® as a member of the 2023 Marketplace Circle of Champions for helping consumers gain qualified health coverage. This Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) award […]

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Clairmont Austin’s Valentine’s Day Festivities

Community Events, Health Insurance Agency, Retirement Communities, Texas / Simple Retirement Benefits

A Heartfelt Surprise by Simple Retirement Benefits On February 14, 2023, Austin-based Simple Retirement Benefits brought love and joy to the residents of The Clairmont Retirement Community with a heartwarming Valentine’s Day event. The team at Simple Retirement Benefits collaborated with The Clairmont Retirement Community staff to orchestrate a memorable and delightful surprise for the seniors, aiming

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Can I Get Medicare At Age 62?

Medicare Eligibility / Simple Retirement Benefits

Can I Get Medicare At Age 62? Retirement is an exciting time, but when evaluating what to consider when planning your retirement, you may be wondering whether you can get Medicare at age 62 rather than age 65. In many cases, you can’t get Medicare at age 62, but there are a few exceptions, such

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Who Is Not Eligible for Medicare?

Medicare Eligibility / Simple Retirement Benefits

Medicare is a federal health insurance program administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to cover various health care expenses. Medicare has four different parts. Medicare Part A and Part B are usually referred to as Original Medicare. Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, serves as an alternative to Original

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Can I Get Medicare If I Never Worked?

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Many people qualify for Medicare three months before they turn 65. If you’ve worked for 40 quarters (ten years) and paid Medicare taxes, you can even qualify for premium-free Part A. But can you still qualify for Medicare if you’ve never worked? The answer is “Yes.” In this article, we will discuss some of the

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How Are Medigap Premiums Determined?

Medicare Supplements / Simple Retirement Benefits

Medigap plans, also known as Medicare Supplement Plans, are policies sold by private insurance companies that help fill the gaps in Original Medicare coverage. These policies help cover costs not covered by Original Medicare like copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles. Depending on where you live, there may be up to 10 different Medigap policies on offer.

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How To Know If You’re Eligible For Medicare

Medicare Eligibility / Simple Retirement Benefits

Medicare is an excellent option for those needing health insurance, but how do you know if you’re eligible to enroll in such a program? Well, for many, their Medicare eligibility starts when they meet one of these requirements: You’re 65 or older You’re younger than 65 with a disability You have End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)

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Does Medicare Advantage Limit Out-Of-Network Care?

Medicare Advantage / Simple Retirement Benefits

Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Part C, is a bundled alternative to Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage is offered by Medicare-approved private companies that agree to follow the rules set by Medicare. These plans often include prescription drug coverage and, depending on the plan, may also include vision, hearing, dental, and/or coverage for fitness programs. These plans

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How Do I Apply for Medicare in Texas?

Medicare, Texas / Simple Retirement Benefits

If you’re eligible for Medicare and live in the great state of Texas, you need to be aware of the different ways you can apply for Medicare. You can apply for Medicare in person, over the phone, by mail, or online. If you receive disability benefits from Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board, you

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Is Medicare Advantage Right For Me?

Medicare Advantage / Simple Retirement Benefits

Medicare Advantage is a way to get your Medicare benefits through private Medicare-approved insurance companies. These plans offer a bundled alternative to Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B coverage and often include extra coverage like Medicare Part D, dental, vision, and/or fitness and wellness programs. When you have a Medicare Advantage plan, Medicare pays

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