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Applying for Medicare

If you are within four months of your 65th birthday, you should look into applying for Medicare, even if you are not ready to start your monthly cash benefits. Find out how to apply.

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  • What Every Caregiver Should Know About Medicare
    An estimated 2.8 million boomers will turn 65 in 2011 and will face the confusing task of enrolling in Medicare. Caregivers also face the daunting challenge of helping their elderly loved ones navigate the Medicare maze, which includes prescription drug plans and supplemental coverage options. Plus, caregivers need advice on getting paid for care, and on obtaining necessary legal permissions to make decisions for their elderly parents. Learn tips on applying for Medicare.
  • Calling Medicare on Your Parent’s Behalf
    To talk to Medicare on behalf of an elderly parent, you must be appointed as an official representative. Download and complete the Appointment of Representative Form to obtain access to your parent's Medicare records.
  • Buy Smart: 10 Tips for Buying Medicare Insurance
    When you're buying a Medicare Advantage Plan, the best way to avoid being taken advantage of is to always be cautious and arm yourself with as much information as possible before buying a plan.
  • How to Pick the Right Medicare Advantage Plan
    Only once a year can you enroll in a Medicare plan, change your coverage, move to a new plan, or cancel Medicare plans: during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7.
  • Medicare Help for Low-income Seniors
    If your aging parents cannot afford to pay their Medicare premiums and other medical costs, you may be able to get help from your state.
  • Struggling to Pay for Brand Name Meds? You Don't Need To!
    Prescription assistance programs (also called patient assistance programs) are valuable resources for those who meet income requirements and who do not have prescription insurance.
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