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Did you know? Aetna Medicare Supplement Members can pay their premiums now at CVS stores?

July 23, 2022July 19, 2022Ed MacConnell

Members with Aetna Medicare Supplement policies can now pay their monthly premiums at their local CVS store. Their billing statements (for premiums less than $999) will have a unique barcode, which they can take to their local CVS store. The cashier will scan it just like they do any other CVS merchandise. Members can then pay their premiums by cash, debit card, or credit card. NOTE: The pay in store option is not available at CVS in Target stores at this time. If you have any questions, please contact your Total Benefit Solutions, Inc Medicare supplement specialists at (215)355-2121

Case Study Library

July 22, 2022July 22, 2022Ed MacConnell

We present a few case studies to illustrate how we have helped our clients solve their complicated employee benefit challenges. Click here to learn more!

Time to Prepare for Medicare Part D Notice Requirements

July 20, 2022July 6, 2022Ed MacConnell

An important deadline is approaching quickly – October 15 for the Medicare Part D notice requirement. The creditable-coverage notice must be given to all Part D-eligible individuals who are covered under, or apply for, an employer’s prescription drug benefits plan. This requirement applies to Medicare beneficiaries who are active employees and those who are retired, as well as Medicare beneficiaries who are covered as spouses under active or retiree coverage. Click here for a video explaining Medicare Part D notices. Please contact your Total Benefit Solutions Inc Medicare health insurance specialists at (215)355-2121 if you have any questions or concerns.

Clarification of the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for Government Entity-Declared Disaster or Other Emergency

July 8, 2022June 29, 2022Ed MacConnell

The memo clarified that the COVID-19 pandemic does not currently qualify for the SEP for Government Entity-Declared Disaster or Other Emergency (disaster SEP); however, it does qualify for the Exceptional Circumstances SEP. What you need to know: As a result of this guidance, do not submit enrollments for clients impacted by COVID-19 using the disaster SEP. Going forward, any new enrollments submitted for this reason will be declined.

What are Medicare Supplements? Medicare Basics The Series

June 30, 2022June 18, 2022Ed MacConnell

The professionals at Total Benefit Solutions, Inc are here to help you understand your Medicare Health Insurance choices. (215)355-2121

What is the IRMAA Surcharge?

June 23, 2022July 7, 2022Ed MacConnell

What is the IRMAA Surcharge? The income-related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) sliding scale is a set of statutory percentage-based tables used to adjust Medicare Part B and Part D prescription drug coverage premiums. The higher the beneficiary’s range of modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), the higher the IRMAA. Want to apply for relief from the IRMAA charges? The form required is posted below, just download and complete the form!

Lower 2023 Medicare Part B Premium Could Be on the Way

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022Ed MacConnell

Some changes in the health care industry resulted in expected cost savings for the Medicare program for 2022. CMS’ recent announcement states they plan on passing these savings to consumers via their 2023 Part B premium. Click here to read the details on the lower Part B Premium Please contact your Total Benefit Solutions Inc Medicare health insurance specialists at (215)355-2121 if you have any further questions or concerns.

Category: Medicare Part B

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