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Medicare

Medicare covers a wide range of services to keep people healthy as they age. Learn how to help your clients with understanding Medicare, enrollment, costs, and what services Medicare does and does not cover.
For Professionals
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Understanding the Medicare Enrollment Periods: A Guide for Professionals

Jan 26, 2024
Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are opportunities to make changes to your Medicare coverage outside the normal enrollment windows. Learn what they are and how to qualify.

Exceptional Circumstances for Medicare Special Enrollment Periods: What You Need to Know

Jun 05, 2023
Learn how to help people who missed Medicare enrollment due to an emergency, incarceration, or misinformation. Our Q&A gives you guidance on what to do in a variety of circumstances.

How Much Does It Cost for Medicare Parts A and B?

Dec 13, 2024
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Part D Low Income Subsidy/Extra Help Eligibility and Coverage Chart

Jul 19, 2024
Most Medicare Advantage (MA) plans include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Here’s what you should know when choosing an MA plan.

Medicare Savings Programs Eligibility and Coverage

Feb 27, 2024
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Benefits Programs: Enrollment & Eligibility 101

There are several core benefits that can help people with low income afford the basic costs of living. Our Benefits 101 slide decks can be downloaded and tailored for your use in your community.


What Is the Penalty for Enrolling Late in Medicare Part D?

Dec 13, 2024
People who enroll in Medicare Part D outside of specific periods may face a late enrollment penalty.

LINET and Part D Extra Help: Who Is Eligible?

Dec 13, 2024

5 Things You May Not Know About Medicare Part D Costs

Dec 12, 2024

Medicare Part D Cost-Sharing Chart

Dec 12, 2024

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NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp® connects older adults and people with disabilities with benefits to help pay for health care, medicine, food, and more. It's simple, free, and confidential.

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About the Center for Economic Well-Being

The Center for Economic Well-Being Access helps organizations enroll seniors and younger adults with disabilities with limited means into the benefits programs for which they are eligible so that they can remain healthy and improve the quality of their lives. Learn more about our work, including the training and technical assistance NCOA provides.

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