{"id":7697,"date":"2017-09-23T20:37:07","date_gmt":"2017-09-23T20:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/?p=7697"},"modified":"2021-10-22T00:56:53","modified_gmt":"2021-10-22T00:56:53","slug":"four-steps-medicare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/our-blog\/four-steps-medicare","title":{"rendered":"Four Steps to Getting the Best out of Medicare"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7697\" class=\"elementor elementor-7697\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-13500ab7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"13500ab7\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4729c062\" data-id=\"4729c062\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d670068 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d670068\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><br>\n[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_text]<\/p>\n<h5 data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\">1. Apply for Medicare<\/h5>\n<p>Anyone who is a United States citizen or green card holder who has legally stayed in the United States for at least five years is eligible to apply for Medicare three months <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/knowledge-center\/news-flash\/our-blog\/205-senior-health-insurance\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\">before they turn 65<\/a>. Don\u2019t miss the deadline! You can get fined! To apply, you will need to have your Social Security Number (SSN) along with valid identification (passport, citizenship, or green card). If you are applying for your spouse, then you must also bring your marriage certificate. Medicare benefits include Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance).<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7698\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2017\/10\/senior_life.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"492\" height=\"328\" role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-ima=\"un\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2017\/10\/senior_life.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2017\/10\/senior_life-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 492px) 100vw, 492px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5 data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\">2. Part A and Part B only cover 80% of my premium?<\/h5>\n<p>Yes! What\u2019s in the remaining 20%? Aside from deductibles and co-pays, Medicare does not cover long-term care, dental care, Chinese medicine, hearing care, and other benefits. Therefore, choosing a suitable plan for you is very important. Individuals can choose the inexpensive HMO plan that is practically free, or the time-saving Supplement Plan that helps you avoid referrals. Some plans have benefits that include doctor visits, blood tests, hospitalization, etc. For seniors with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cardiovascular disease, it\u2019s important to choose a plan carefully.<\/p>\n<h5 data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"4\">3. Buy prescription drug coverage (Part D)<\/h5>\n<p>Part D is prescription drug coverage. Under the 2006 regulations, individuals who had Medicare benefits were required to purchase this to avoid getting fined.<\/p>\n<p>Enrolled in Medicare? Important note! Medicare Open Enrollment Period is from October 15 to December 7. If you want to make changes to your plan, medical network, or other plan benefits, this is the time to do so. If you miss this deadline, you will need to wait another year before you can make any more changes to your plan!<\/p>\n<h5>4. Cancel your existing health insurance plan<\/h5>\n<p>If you are eligible for Medicare but continue to use your original health plan, the insurance company has the right to deny your claims. If you are over 65 and enrolled in Medicare, but are still receiving subsidies from Covered California, you must return the subsidies at the end of the year when filing taxes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>&#8220;I am 65, have not retired yet, and I am still insured under my company\u2019s group health plan&#8221;<\/h4>\n<p>For those who are 65, have not retired yet, and are still insured under their company health insurance plan, you still need to apply for Medicare! You can choose to apply for Part A benefits only while still using your company\u2019s health insurance. Once your company\u2019s health insurance expires, you should apply for the other Medicare benefits as soon as possible. If you are not enrolled in a health plan for a certain amount of time, you can get fined.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that with the latest requirement in 2017, not all employer health insurance prescription drug coverage meets Medicare\u2019s requirements. Make sure that the health insurance provided by your company meets those requirements. Contact a certified insurance agent for any questions you may have. If there are changes you would like to make, the best time to do it is from October 15, 2017 to December 7, 2017.<\/p>\n<h4>&#8220;My parents just immigrated\u2026 can they apply for Medicare?&#8221;<\/h4>\n<p>If you or your parents are over 65 and have just immigrated, they cannot receive government health benefits quite yet. They have to be in the United States for at least five years to be able to apply.&nbsp; If you didn\u2019t sign up for Part A and\/or Part B when you were first eligible, and you aren\u2019t eligible for Special Enrollment Period, you can sign up during the General Enrollment Period from January 1st&nbsp;to March 31st&nbsp;each year. Your coverage becomes effective July 1st&nbsp;of that same year.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are applying for Medicare for the first time or want to make adjustments to your already existing plan, you need to take into consideration your health plan coverage and your medical needs.<\/p>\n<p>How should you decide? It is best to consult with a certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medicare<\/a> agent to discuss how to apply and how to change plans. 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Apply for Medicare<\/h5>\nAnyone who is a United States citizen or green card holder who has legally stayed in the United States for at least five years is eligible to apply for Medicare three months <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/knowledge-center\/news-flash\/our-blog\/205-senior-health-insurance\/\">before they turn 65<\/a>. Don\u2019t miss the deadline! You can get fined! To apply, you will need to have your Social Security Number (SSN) along with valid identification (passport, citizenship, or green card). If you are applying for your spouse, then you must also bring your marriage certificate. Medicare benefits include Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance).\n\n<img class=\"alignright wp-image-7698\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kcal.net\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2017\/10\/senior_life.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"492\" height=\"328\">\n<h5>2. Part A and Part B only cover 80% of my premium?<\/h5>\nYes! What\u2019s in the remaining 20%? Aside from deductibles and co-pays, Medicare does not cover long-term care, dental care, Chinese medicine, hearing care, and other benefits. Therefore, choosing a suitable plan for you is very important. Individuals can choose the inexpensive HMO plan that is practically free, or the time-saving PPO plan that helps you avoid referrals. Some plans have benefits that include doctor visits, blood tests, hospitalization, etc. For seniors with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cardiovascular disease, it\u2019s important to choose a plan carefully.\n<h5>3. Buy prescription drug coverage (Part D)<\/h5>\nPart D is prescription drug coverage. Under the 2006 regulations, individuals who had Medicare benefits were required to purchase this to avoid getting fined.\n\nEnrolled in Medicare? Important note! Medicare Open Enrollment Period is from October 15 to December 7. If you want to make changes to your plan, medical network, or other plan benefits, this is the time to do so. If you miss this deadline, you will need to wait another year before you can make any more changes to your plan!\n<h5>4. Cancel your existing health insurance plan<\/h5>\nIf you are eligible for Medicare but continue to use your original health plan, the insurance company has the right to deny your claims. If you are over 65 and enrolled in Medicare, but are still receiving subsidies from Covered California, you must return the subsidies at the end of the year when filing taxes.\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4>\"I am 65, have not retired yet, and I am still insured under my company\u2019s group health plan\"<\/h4>\nFor those who are 65, have not retired yet, and are still insured under their company health insurance plan, you still need to apply for Medicare! You can choose to apply for Part A benefits only while still using your company\u2019s health insurance. Once your company\u2019s health insurance expires, you should apply for the other Medicare benefits as soon as possible. If you are not enrolled in a health plan for a certain amount of time, you can get fined.\n\nIt\u2019s important to note that with the latest requirement in 2017, not all employer health insurance prescription drug coverage meets Medicare\u2019s requirements. Make sure that the health insurance provided by your company meets those requirements. Contact a certified insurance agent for any questions you may have. If there are changes you would like to make, the best time to do it is from October 15, 2017 to December 7, 2017.\n<h4>\"My parents just immigrated\u2026 can they apply for Medicare?\"<\/h4>\nIf you or your parents are over 65 and have just immigrated, they cannot receive government health benefits quite yet. They have to be in the United States for at least five years to be able to apply.&nbsp; If you didn\u2019t sign up for Part A and\/or Part B when you were first eligible, and you aren\u2019t eligible for Special Enrollment Period, you can sign up during the General Enrollment Period from January 1st&nbsp;to March 31st&nbsp;each year. Your coverage becomes effective July 1st&nbsp;of that same year.\n\nWhether you are applying for Medicare for the first time or want to make adjustments to your already existing plan, you need to take into consideration your health plan coverage and your medical needs.\n\nHow should you decide? It is best to consult with a certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/\">Medicare<\/a> agent to discuss how to apply and how to change plans. 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