The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program is a temporary program from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that allows eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries to access certain weight-loss GLP-1 drugs for $50 per month from July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027. It operates outside of Medicare Part D, meaning plans do not process […]
Did you get a notice about a Medicare Part D late enrollment penalty, but you had creditable coverage? Medicare often assesses a Part D penalty in error when people miss an attestation or fail to submit proof of prior creditable coverage. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to appeal your Part D penalty, […]
If you’re on Medicare (or about to enroll), make sure you know what is coming to Medicare for 2026. Each year Medicare adjusts what you pay for premiums and coverage, but other changes could affect your overall costs. These include premium and deductible increases, changes to the Part D cap on maximum out-of-pocket costs, new […]
Discover how to review your 2026 Medicare Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) to stay informed about essential plan changes.
What you need to know when deciding between Medicare and your employer group coverage. It is more than just costs.
This blog was updated on 12/10/2025 to reflect the new 2026 Part B maximum out-of-pocket changes. The Part D cap goes up to $2,100 in 2026. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, beneficiaries now spend far less on prescription drugs because it drastically lowered the maximum out-of-pocket amount. In 2025, all plans had a $2,000 […]
Learn how the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P) can help you manage high prescription costs.
The Inflation Reduction Act will enact two more Part D prescription drug reforms on January 1st. 2025. Learn how this will affect your costs and coverage.
Learn about the different resources available to help Medicare beneficiaries with healthcare expenses including government assistance and discount programs.
Learn about compound drugs and how Medicare Part D coverage applies to them.
Find out the 2024 eligibility limits to qualify for Extra Help. Medicare’s Extra Help program, also known as LIS, can help low-income Medicare beneficiaries with their out-of-pocket prescription drug costs.
Understanding Medicare Part D coverage can feel overwhelming, yet understanding your drug coverage is important for maintaining both your health and your finances. With annual changes in drug plans, costs, and coverage details, as well as the changing Medicare landscape, it’s important to review your Part D coverage to ensure you’re on the most cost-effective […]
Medicare, the U.S. federal health insurance program, provides comprehensive healthcare coverage for people aged 65 and older, as well as for certain younger individuals with disabilities. One of its critical components is Medicare Part D, the prescription drug benefit program. For many, the costs associated with Medicare Part D can be a financial burden. This […]
Medicare provides health insurance for millions of Americans aged 65 and older, as well as for some younger individuals with certain disabilities. One key aspect of Medicare is the opportunity to review and make changes to your coverage during the Annual Election Period (AEP), which runs from October 15th to December 7th each year. During […]
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is right around the corner! This is an important time to start thinking about your current Medicare coverage and what your healthcare needs will be starting January 1st. If you currently have a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, your plan will send you an “Annual Notice of […]
Do you have creditable prescription drug coverage? Creditable drug coverage is expected to pay, on average, at least as much as Medicare’s standard prescription drug coverage. It could be drug coverage you get from a current or former employer or union, or from TRICARE, the Indian Health Service, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. If you don’t […]
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