by Joseph DeAngelis | Jul 21, 2026 | Medicare Basics, Medicare Blog
Do Medicare excess charges actually happen? Yes, they can—but they are uncommon because most doctors and other healthcare professionals who bill Medicare participate in Medicare and accept its approved payment amount. An excess charge can only occur under specific...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jul 16, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
Which Medicare Supplement plans include SilverSneakers? The answer depends primarily on the insurance company, the specific Medicare Supplement product, and the state where the policy is offered. SilverSneakers is not automatically included with Medicare Supplement...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jul 8, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
Is HealthSpring the Same as Cigna Medicare? HealthSpring is the new brand being used for the Medicare business that was previously operated under the Cigna Healthcare name. Health Care Service Corporation, commonly called HCSC, completed its purchase of The Cigna...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jul 7, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
Effective January 1, 2026, Independence Blue Cross (IBX) no longer sells new Medicare Supplement plans in Pennsylvania. Existing policyholders may keep their current coverage, but new applicants will need to consider other Medicare Supplement companies. Did...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jun 16, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
If you’re wondering Why I Recommend Medicare Plan N, the answer comes down to value. After helping Medicare beneficiaries since 1985, I have seen many people compare Medicare Supplement Plan G and Plan N. While Plan G gets a lot of attention, approximately 90%...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jun 14, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Brokers
Do Medicare brokers charge a fee? In almost every case, the answer is no. When you work with a licensed Medicare broker to enroll in a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, or Part D plan, the insurance company typically pays the broker’s commission—not you....
