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End of Summer Social Media Drive 2018

Please help us get the word out on social media in August & September You Could Win a $25-$100 Amazon Gift Card!!! While everyone is getting ready for the End of Season BBQs, gearing up for Back-to-School, and trying to fit in as much adventure as possible the next few weeks, we here at Total Benefit Solutions are getting ready for our busiest time of year: Open Enrollments! Your friends and family members may not be concerned with the open enrollment period.. YET, but it is quickly approaching and we’d like to help them! As always, We appreciate all the referrals and recommendations that we get online from everyone, but we… Read More

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New Medicare Card Mailing Update!

Check the Status of Your New Card *Cards have finished mailing to American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and to people who get RRB benefits.   Three Things To Know Your new card will automatically come to you. You don’t need to do anything as long as your address is up to date. If you need to update your address, visit your My Social Security. Once you get your new Medicare card, destroy your old Medicare card and start using your new card right away. Your new Medicare Number is a unique combination of numbers and letters. Your new number uses numbers 0 thru 9. The letters S, L, O,… Read More

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The Four Stages of Medicare Part D (2018)

The Four Stages of Medicare Part D Coverage                          

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Can I Work and Have Medicare?

Some individuals, maybe even you, will still be actively employed upon becoming eligible for Medicare. Can you enroll in Medicare while you’re still in the work force, and if not, will you get a penalty? If the employer has fewer than 20 employees, you’ll probably want to enroll in Parts A, B, and D upon becoming eligible for them. In this situation, Medicare usually becomes your primary coverage. If the employer has 20 employees or more, you may want to delay Parts A, B, and/or D if you have sufficient group coverage and know you won’t incur late enrollment penalties. Medicare usually pays second to group coverage from larger employers.… Read More

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Compare Medicare Plans in Your Area in real time!

  With Medicareful you can search and compare Medicare health plans at your own convenience, but with an expert nearby at Total Benefit Solutions Inc to help guide you along the way. Log in today and see for yourself! http://www.medicareful.com/totalbenefitsolutions

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Original Medicare: Did You Know?

Many Medicare beneficiaries are unaware that original Medicare coverage has significant deductibles and co-pays. Part A helps cover medically necessary inpatient care in hospitals. In 2016, for each benefit period (typically 60 days as defined by Medicare) in a year, beneficiaries pay: $1,288 deductible and no coinsurance for a stay of up to 60 days $322 coinsurance per day for days 61-90 of a hospital stay $644 coinsurance per “lifetime reserve day” after day 90 each benefit period (up to 60 days over your lifetime) All costs for each inpatient day beyond 150 days   At Total Benefit Solutions, Inc we specialize in Medigap programs that are affordable and cover most or… Read More

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Download: Medicare Made Clear

Download Medicare Made Clear: From our partners at United Healthcare and Medicare Made Clear, download the 2016 version of the Show Me Guide for an impartial overview of Medicare plans as well as eligibility, glossary, frequently asked questions and more. A virtual Medicare training in one handy workbook! Download Show Me Guide 2016 As always, if you have any questions about Medicare health plans, eligibility and more, contact you Total Benefit Solutions account manager at (215)355-2121.      

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Medicare Exclusions-Who Pays First?

Medicare primary payer rules are complicated. Especially when it comes to different employer sizes and special circumstances like End Stage Renal Disease and disabilities.  Coverage issues can be significantly complex when mixing Medicare and employer coverage, or individual coverage for those who are early Medicare enrollees. Chances are, if you are already enrolled on Medicare, AND you are getting bills from providers, you are already experiencing these problems, or you are encountering a coordination of benefits issue. It’s always best to speak to a professional when encountering these problems, most especially a health insurance professional. If at all possible, before getting enrolled on Medicare. The documents below may help provide… Read More

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Total Benefit Solutions Joins Medicareful

How do I know which Medicare plans are right for me? Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, Part D drug coverage — the options seem endless! Don’t worry, Medicareful is here to help. By entering your zip code, you’ll unlock all of the Medicare plans available in your area. You can navigate them on your own or leave it to our professionals who can guide you to a plan based on your needs.  From experience, we know how complex Medicare is and that people who work with trusted independent licensed sales agents are far more confident in their choices. It’s our job to help you find your plan, and we’re happy to do… Read More

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CMS has uploaded a new video Medicare & You: Cervical cancer

Get information about how Medicare can help you detect cervical and vaginal cancer.  

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