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Medicare information can change quickly. Explore practical articles about Medicare Supplement plans, Medicare Advantage, prescription drug coverage, enrollment rules, insurance companies, costs, and other Medicare topics that can help you make informed coverage decisions.
Chubb Medicare Supplement: Is Chubb INA a Good Company?
Chubb Medicare Supplement plans can be a good choice for Pennsylvania shoppers seeking standardized coverage, strong financial backing and competitive premiums. Medicare Supplement policies marketed under the Chubb name may be issued by Insurance Company of North...
What Happened to Independence Blue Cross Medicare Supplement Plans in Pennsylvania?
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...
Why I Recommend Medicare Supplement Plan N So Often
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% of my...
My Medicare Supplement Rate Went Up. What Can I Do?
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...
Do Medicare Brokers Charge a Fee?
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. Your...
How Does a Medicare Broker Get Paid?
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...
Chubb Medicare Supplement Plans in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
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...
Cigna Medicare Supplement Plan G in Pennsylvania
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...