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What Are The Reasons To Choose An Independent Medicare Agency?

Have you turned 65? Or are you eligible for medicare plans? If “yes,” there are multiple decisions you may have to consider before the progression. First, it’s essential to understand which one you want to select! Medicare Part A & B or choose Medicare Part C instead. Each of them has individual benefits and multiple […]

5 Questions to Ask Before Selecting a Medicare Insurance Agency

The expenses for health checkups and hospital bills are increasing day by day. The illness costs a lot. Therefore, many fear they will lose their life savings in paying hospital bills and medicines. However, taking insurance from a Medicare insurance agency will solve half of your problem. Medical or health insurance is a plan that […]

Independent Medicare Broker and Advisor

Are you new to Medicare?  Not sure what plan to choose? Skyline Benefit can help.  We are an independent Medicare broker and advisor. We can go over your Medicare options and help you determine the best plan for you. There are 6 things to know about your Medicare options. 1. There are two ways to […]

Medicare Part D Penalty

What is Medicare Part D Penalty? This penalty is an additional amount that may be added to your monthly Part D premium. You may owe a late enrollment penalty if you go without Medicare Part D or other creditable drug coverage for any continuous period of 63 days or more in a row after the […]

Medicare and Medi-Cal in Orange County (Medi-Medi)

Millions of Americans rely on government insurance programs with essential healthcare needs.  Both Medicare and Medi-Cal play a key role in managing healthcare costs in the U.S. In California, some seniors can qualify for both Medicare and Medi-Cal coverage.  They are called dual eligible or Medi-Medi beneficiaries.  It is crucial that you understand the differences […]

Medicare Part B Premium for High Earners (IRMAA)

What is IRMAA? The Medicare Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) is a surcharge that high earners may have to pay.  The Medicare IRMAA for Part B went into effect in 2007. The IRMAA for Part D was implemented as part of the Affordable Care Act in 2011. IRMAA payments go directly to Medicare, even if you […]

How do I sign up for Medicare?

Medicare seems like a confusing web of options for those who are turning 65.  For that reason, many consumers rely on licensed Medicare agents for assistance. Turning 65 brings a sense of freedom from work but with new healthcare options. While you become eligible for original Medicare, you will need to face a lot of […]

Unhappy with your Medicare Advantage Plan?

Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment If you recently switched to a new Medicare Advantage plan during fall open enrollment period, or decided to keep the same plan, and you are unhappy with that decision already, you have an option now. This especially holds true if the plan you had last year has changed for the worse, or […]

Why Work with An Independent Medicare Agent?

Medicare is Confusing Medicare can seem like a confusing web of options for those who are turning 65. For that reason, many consumers rely on licensed professionals for help. Turning 65 brings along a sense of freedom from work but with many healthcare options associated with aging.  While you become eligible for Medicare, you will […]