Medicare Monday

*Medicare Monday* is Coral Bay Insurance Services' weekly educational blog series dedicated to helping you understand Medicare with clear, accurate, and easy-to-follow information. Each post covers important Medicare topics, including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, enrollment periods, coverage options, and common questions, so you can make informed decisions with confidence. Our goal is to provide trusted education, not confusing jargo, so you can better understand your Medicare choices

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Your Medicare Plan Maybe Changing for 2027: Don't Ignore This Letter

Your Medicare plan may be changing for 2027. Learn what to check in your Annual Notice of Change, including premiums, copays, prescriptions, provider networks and extra benefits.

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4 hours ago4 min read

Medicare Monday: Expanding Access to Medicare GLP-1Bridge Weight-Loss Drugs

Medicare is expanding access to certain GLP-1 weight loss medications through the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program. Eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries may pay just $50 per month, but not everyone will qualify. Learn how the program works, who may be eligible, and what you need to know about GLP-1 coverage through 2027.

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Sep 75 min read

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5 Medicare Enrollment Mistakes You Don't Want to Make

I have had the flu this week (thanks to the husband). You know the kind you get when your husband was sick for two days in his chair, but you are in your bed feeling like it's over. I am on the mend now, so Medicare Monday is arriving a little later this week. I recently answered the question, “What is the biggest mistake seniors make when enrolling in Medicare?” My answer is simple. Teating Medicare like it is one-size-fits-all. Many of the most common Medicare enrollmen

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Aug 264 min read

Before You Drop Your Medicare Advantage Plan, Get Advice From the Right Source

Confused by conflicting Medicare advice online? What works well for one person may not be the right choice for another. Before changing your coverage, talk with a licensed agent who can help you understand your options. Don't Drop Your Medicare Advantage Plan Based on Social Media Advice! Social media can be a great place to ask for restaurant recommendations, find a handyman or learn what’s happening in the neighborhood. However, it isn’t always the best place to make decis

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Aug 175 min read

Medicare Monday: Medicare Specialty Drug Costs And What Help Is Available?

Reviewing prescription coverage and available assistance options may help make an expensive specialty medication more manageable. You chose Original Medicare, added a Medigap Plan G, and enrolled in a Part D prescription drug plan. It may feel like you did everything right, so why are you still paying so much for a specialty medication? The answer is that each part of your coverage has a different job. Original Medicare covers hospital and medical services. Plan G helps pay

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Aug 105 min read

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Medicare Monday: Medicare and Long Term Care for a Parent

Planning a parent’s Medicare coverage and possible long-term care can feel overwhelming, especially when most of the responsibility falls on one family member. Learn practical ways to organize the process, ask for help, take one decision at a time, and care for yourself along the way.

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Aug 34 min read

Medicare Monday: What Medicare Doesn't Cover (And Why It Matters)

What Medicare Doesn't Cover. Understanding the gaps can help you plan for the future. When people first enroll in Medicare, they're often surprised to learn that while Medicare provides excellent health insurance, it doesn't pay for everything. Understanding what Medicare doesn't cover is just as important as knowing what it does cover. Knowing where the gaps exist can help you prepare for future healthcare expenses and avoid unexpected bills. Let's look at some of the most c

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Jul 274 min read

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Medicare Monday: Is Medicare Advantage "Real Medicare"?

Confused by the question, "Is Medicare Advantage real Medicare?" You're not alone. Learn how Medicare Advantage works, how it's regulated by Medicare, and why it's an important coverage option to discuss with a licensed health insurance agent.

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Jul 204 min read

Licensed Health Insurance Guidance for Medicare Beneficiaries

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Medicare Monday

Your Medicare Plan Maybe Changing for 2027: Don't Ignore This Letter

Medicare Monday: Expanding Access to Medicare GLP-1Bridge Weight-Loss Drugs

5 Medicare Enrollment Mistakes You Don't Want to Make

Before You Drop Your Medicare Advantage Plan, Get Advice From the Right Source

Medicare Monday: Medicare Specialty Drug Costs And What Help Is Available?

Medicare Monday: Medicare and Long Term Care for a Parent

Medicare Monday: What Medicare Doesn't Cover (And Why It Matters)

Medicare Monday: Is Medicare Advantage "Real Medicare"?

Cheryl Lockhart