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 15, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
My Medicare Supplement rate went up—what can I do? You can review the increase, compare premiums from other insurance companies and determine whether changing coverage would provide worthwhile savings. A premium increase does not automatically mean you should change...
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....
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jun 8, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Brokers
How does a Medicare broker get paid? Insurance companies generally pay the broker a commission when an eligible Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage or Part D prescription drug plan is issued. The Medicare beneficiary normally does not pay the broker directly, and...
by Joseph DeAngelis | Jun 2, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
When comparing Medicare Supplement plans, many people automatically focus on the insurance companies they recognize first. That is understandable. Medicare beneficiaries often know names like Aetna, Cigna, Mutual of Omaha, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare. However, one...
