by Joseph DeAngelis | May 20, 2026 | Medicare, Medicare Supplement
What Is Medicare Assignment? Many Medicare beneficiaries hear the term “Medicare assignment” but are not exactly sure what it means. Understanding assignment is important because it can affect: your out-of-pocket costs, whether excess charges apply, and how Medicare...
by Joseph DeAngelis | May 19, 2026 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement
What Is the Difference Between an Independent Medicare Broker and a Captive Agent? Many people shopping for Medicare coverage do not realize there is a major difference between an independent Medicare broker and a captive insurance agent. This distinction can affect:...
by Joseph DeAngelis | May 19, 2026 | Medicare Blog, Medicare Supplement
Cigna Medicare Supplement Plan G is a standardized Medigap policy that helps pay many of the out-of-pocket costs left by Original Medicare. People searching for Cigna Medicare Supplement Plan G in Pennsylvania may now see the HealthSpring name. Health Care Service...
by Joseph DeAngelis | May 18, 2026 | Medicare Brokers, Medicare Supplement
If you have researched Medicare Supplement plans, you have probably noticed that many Medicare brokers frequently recommend Medicare Supplement Plan G. This often leads people to ask: Why is Plan G so popular? Are brokers pushing Plan G for commissions? Is Plan G...
by Joseph DeAngelis | May 18, 2026 | Medicare Supplement
Why are Medicare Supplement rates increasing? Premiums can rise because of healthcare inflation, insurance-company claims experience, changes within a policy’s risk pool and, with some pricing methods, your age. Receiving a Medicare Supplement rate-increase notice can...
by Joseph DeAngelis | May 17, 2026 | Medicare Supplement
Yes, in many situations you can be denied a Medicare Supplement plan, especially if you are applying outside your initial Medicare enrollment period and do not qualify for guaranteed issue protections. Many people are surprised to learn that Medicare Supplement...
