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Preventive Care May Help Improve Your Overall Health

Checking in on your health and getting recommended preventive care may help improve your overall health. Preventive care means detecting potential issues early before they become major problems. In this blog, you will learn the difference between preventative and diagnostic care, coverage, and how preventative care may help improve your…
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Marketplace Special Enrollment Period and Non-ACA Compliant Plans

Individuals with non-ACA compliant plans (such as short-term policies) should take advantage of the COVID-related Marketplace Special Enrollment Period (SEP), now through August 15.  This SEP is an excellent opportunity for these individuals to make the switch to affordable comprehensive major medical health insurance. August 15 Special Enrollment Deadline The…
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The Benefits of Short-Term Health Insurance

Are you in between jobs or a senior looking for coverage until you reach Medicare age? If so, a short-term medical plan may be what you need to keep you protected.  Short-term medical is a health insurance plan that offers coverage for up to 364 days and can be renewed…
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Enhanced Subsidies Under the American Rescue Plan

The American Rescue Plan builds on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by providing enhanced premium subsidies for coverage sold through the health insurance marketplaces.  The American Rescue Plan increases the premium tax credits (PTCs) available for marketplace enrollees by reducing the percentage of income that individuals and families are expected…
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ACA Open Enrollment Extended Through August 15

Did you lose your health insurance due to COVID-19?  ACA Special Enrollment Period Extended The federal government has declared a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) that extended the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace open enrollment through August 15, 2021.  This special enrollment window can be used by people who are uninsured…

Medicare Eligibility – Turning 65

Medicare coverage typically starts when you turn 65. Achieving Medicare eligibility is a major milestone, and, for most, it raises a lot of questions.  If you’re turning 65 within the next few years, keep reading below to find out what you need to know about Medicare coverage options and enrollment. Contact…
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Special Enrollment Period Extended for Marketplace

Marketplace Special Enrollment Period Extended This year, in response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has extended the Special Enrollment Period for Marketplace health coverage now through August 15, 2021 – giving consumers additional time to take advantage of new savings through the American…
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Savannah Health Insurance: Medicare and the Marketplace

New to the Savannah area? Need to change health insurance? Contact me today at 912-660-5236 for a no-cost, no-obligation appointment to assess your needs! Request a Free Health Insurance Quote TODAY Marketplace The Health Insurance Marketplace, also called the “Marketplace” or “Exchange,” is designed for people who don’t have health…
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Medicare Eligibility and Enrollment in Georgia

Medicare in Georgia Medicare in Georgia provides health benefits to seniors over 65 and certain disabled individuals under 65. In 2020, there were approximately 1,761,078 people enrolled in Medicare in Georgia.  Already enrolled in Medicare? Whether you want to switch plans to get more coverage or aren’t sure whether you’re…