This webinar will give a high-level view on how Medicare works when people enroll into the program, along with what Medicare covers as your primary health insurance when you’re age 65 or older. The speaker will address all parts of Medicare and how they work in conjunction with each other, the enrollment process, and review the pros & cons of Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage. This program will cover Medicare vs. current group coverage (for folks over age 65). The speaker will discuss how tax-planning is imperative now, to avoid costly Medicare Part B premiums now, and in the future.
Learning Objectives
- Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:
- Explain the coverage and costs of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D.
- Compare enrollment timelines, penalties, and eligibility requirements.
- Evaluate whether staying on a group health plan or transitioning to Medicare is more advantageous based on employment status, costs, and coverage needs.
Major Topics
- How Medicare Parts A, B, C & D work with each other.
- The Medicare enrollment process.
- How much you will pay for all facets of Medicare insurance.
- Which is the better route to go: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage.
- I’m over age 65 but still enrolled in my company’s group health insurance plan should I be?
- Learn what is the best Part D prescription drug plan to be in.
