The Fair Square Blog
Jun 12, 2023
Can Medicare Advantage Plans be Used Out of State?
Read this before leaving for summer vacation
Jun 7, 2023
When to Choose Medicare Advantage over Medicare Supplement
Let's discuss how this challenging question can have a few simple answers
May 17, 2023
Medicare Advantage MSA Plans
Do You Need a Medicare MSA Plan?
May 10, 2023
What Is a Medicare Advantage POS Plan?
Is an HMO-POS Plan Right for You?
May 5, 2023
How Often Can I Change Medicare Plans?
You Can Change Plans only During Specific Enrollment Periods
May 2, 2023
Can I Choose Marketplace Coverage Instead of Medicare?
Marketplace Coverage Might Not Be a Good Alternative to Medicare
Apr 28, 2023
How to Enroll in Social Security
Follow our video guide
Apr 25, 2023
What Is a Medicare Supplement SELECT Plan?
Is a Medicare Supplement SELECT Plan Right For You?
Jan 24, 2024
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Medicare
Medicare Enrollment May Affect Your HSA Contribution
Apr 19, 2023
Why Is Medicare So Confusing?
We can help navigate the minefield of Medicare
Apr 14, 2023
What Is Medical Underwriting for Medigap?
Some tips to avoid missing out on your ideal Medigap plan
Apr 12, 2023
How Do Medicare Agents Get Paid?
Medicare commissions should not affect your choice of plan
Apr 12, 2023
How Do Medigap Premiums Vary?
You May Not Pay the Same Premium as Your Friend
Apr 11, 2023
What is a Medicare Beneficiary Ombudsman?
If you want to make an appeal or lodge a complaint, talk to your MBO
Apr 11, 2023
Do All Hospitals Accept Medicare Advantage Plans?
Your plan may limit your access to a particular network
Apr 7, 2023
What is the Medicare ICEP?
Fair Square makes enrolling easy
Apr 6, 2023
Do You Need Books on Medicare?
Read this before adding books to your cart
Apr 3, 2023
Medicare Consulting Services
Call today for a free consultation
Mar 28, 2023
Can Medicare Advantage Plans Deny Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions?
Read this if you have pre-existing conditions
Mar 24, 2023
Medicare Advantage Plans for Disabled People Under 65
See if Medicare Advantage is the right choice for you
Mar 23, 2023
Medicare Supplement Plans for Low-Income Seniors
Read to see how Medigap plans fit with your budget
Mar 20, 2023
How Much Does a Medicare Coach Cost?
Talking with a Fair Square expert comes at no cost
Mar 17, 2023
20 Questions to Ask Your Medicare Agent
You have questions. We have answers.
Mar 3, 2023
How Does the End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Affect Your Medicare?
Your guide to Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance coverage after the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergen
Feb 24, 2023
What to Do When Your Doctor Doesn't Take Medicare
Simple Strategies to Manage Your Out-of-Pocket Costs
Feb 10, 2023
Medicare Guaranteed Issue Rights by State
Guaranteed Issue Rights in some States Are More Favorable than Others
Feb 3, 2023
Explaining the Different Enrollment Periods for Medicare
Don't Miss Your Window: Your Guide to Medicare Enrollment Periods
Jan 20, 2023
What Happens to Unused Medicare Set-Aside Funds?
Your unused Medicare Set-Aside funds are never lost
Jan 18, 2023
What You Need to Know About Creditable Coverage
Can you stick with employer insurance or move to Medicare?
Jan 7, 2023
Do You Need Medigap if You're Eligible for Both Medicare and Medicaid?
You may enroll in more than one plan, but you don't need all three. Here's why:
Jan 6, 2023
What Are Medicare Part B Excess Charges?
Avoid excess charges and save money
Jan 4, 2023
Finding the Best Dental Plans for Seniors
Essential advice for Medicare beneficiaries
Dec 28, 2022
How to Deduct Medicare Expenses from Your Taxes
Deducting Medicare expenses helps you get the most out of your tax return
Dec 27, 2022
How Much Does Medicare Part B Cost in 2023?
Medicare Part B Premiums and Deductibles in 2023
Dec 22, 2022
Can I Laminate My Medicare Card?
The answer may surprise you
Dec 21, 2022
How is Medicare Changing in 2023?
Read to see if you can expect to save money this year
Dec 21, 2022
Explaining IRMAA on Medicare
Paying more than you expected? Let's talk it through
Dec 21, 2022
What is the 8-Minute Rule on Medicare?
Avoid getting charged extra with this rule
Dec 19, 2022
Do I Need Medicare If My Spouse Has Insurance?
If they've got creditable coverage, you can stick with your insurance plan
Dec 15, 2022
What's the Deal with Flex Cards?
Medicare buyers beware
Dec 8, 2022
Can Doctors Choose Not to Accept Medicare?
Read this before going to the doctor
Dec 6, 2022
Does Medicare Pay for Funeral Expenses?
Medicare doesn't offer coverage
Dec 1, 2022
What's the Difference Between HMO and PPO Plans?
HMO or PPO: Which Medicare Health Plan Is Right for You?
Nov 29, 2022
Do I Need to Renew My Medicare?
Only if it suits you to change
Nov 21, 2022
How Does Medicare Pay for Emergency Room Visits?
Avoid the stress by knowing how you are covered
Nov 18, 2022
How Much Does Medicare Part A Cost in 2023?
How your costs might change in 2023
Nov 18, 2022
When Can You Change Medicare Supplement Plans?
Read this before you switch
Oct 11, 2022
How Medicare Costs Can Pile Up
An in-depth look at different scenarios leading to devastating bills
Oct 3, 2022
Can I Have Two Primary Care Physicians?
Everything You Need to Know About Having Multiple Primary Care Physicians
Sep 27, 2022
How Your Employer Insurance and Medicare Work Together
A guide for when to delay Medicare enrollment and how you are covered
Sep 19, 2022
Can I Change Medicare Advantage Plans Any Time? | Medicare Plans
Find Out When You Can Switch Medicare Advantage Plans
Sep 16, 2022
Which Medigap Policies Provide Coverage for Long-Term Care?
Everything You Need to Know About Long-Term Care
Sep 14, 2022
Can I switch From Medicare Advantage to Medigap?
Things You Need to Know Before Switching Plans
Aug 1, 2022
Comparing All Medigap Plans | Chart Updated for 2023
Choose a Medigap Plan that's Right for You
Jul 25, 2022
How Much Does Medicare Cost?
Medicare in 2023: What You Need to Know
Jul 15, 2022
How to Apply for Medicare?
You Can Apply for Medicare Online, in Person, or over the Phone
Jun 16, 2022
Does Retiring at Age 62 Make Me Eligible for Medicare?
Can Your Medicare Begin if You Retire at Age 62
May 12, 2022
Everything About Your Medicare Card + Medicare Number
We Discuss Different Medicare Cards, the Medicare Number, and How to Use Them.
May 5, 2022
Are Medicare Advantage Plans Bad?
The Pros and Cons of Medicare Advantage Plans
Apr 8, 2022
How Do I Sign up for Medicare? A Simple How-To Guide For You
Understanding the Different Medicare Plans, When to Enroll, and How
Jan 3, 2022
Medicare Explained
(in three minutes and updated for 2022)
Jan 28, 2022
Plan G vs. Plan N
What's the Difference Between the Most Popular Medicare Supplements?
Jun 8, 2020
What If I Don't Like My Plan?
How "returns" work in the Medicare world.
Jan 10, 2023
How to Choose a Medigap Plan
Making Sense Out of the Medigap Alphabet Soup
May 25, 2020
Estimating Prescription Drug Costs
How our software figures out what you'll pay for prescriptions this year.
May 25, 2020
Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage
What's the difference between value and fee-based plans?
May 20, 2020
Medicare 101
How Medicare is a lot like putting on layers on a cold day.
Medicare savings tips, helpful guides, and more.
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