Tag: Medicare
Hip Surgery Postposed After Enrolling In Medicare Advantage Plan
UNITED STATES—Toni: I made a terrible mistake during the recent Medicare Advantage Enrollment Period and changed to a Medicare Advantage HMO plan because I...
Exploring The Myths Of Medicare
UNITED STATES—Toni: I have been following your “Toni Says®” Medicare article in my local newspaper learning about Medicare. This week I was mailed information...
Husband Retiring…Why Is He Receiving A 5 Year Part B Penalty?
UNITED STATES—Toni: My husband is retiring from the company he has worked at since 2005 and now our Medicare nightmare is beginning. Jim’s company...
2022 Medicare Premiums And Costs Are Ridiculous!!
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: I have recently enrolled in Medicare and received my 2022 Medicare and You handbook and cannot find what the 2022 Medicare...
What Happens If I Chose The Wrong Medicare Advantage Plan?
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: I recently attended a Medicare Advantage meeting because my Medicare Supplement Plan F is costing me $220 a month and was...
Turning 65…Is Medicare Annual Enrollment Time for Me?
UNITED STATES—Toni, I turn 65 in April and overwhelmed by all the mail I am getting this year for Medicare Annual Enrollment. What do...
Medicare Part D Penalty Costs What??
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: I made a terrible mistake last April when I was no longer covered by my employer group health plan due to...
Questions About Turning 65, Still Working And Enrolling In Medicare
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: You were referred to me as a resource that can answer questions I have about enrolling in Medicare. I am turning...
Changes To 2022 Medicare Part D Co-Pays And Donut…Released!
UNITED STATES—Toni: This year, the 2022 Medicare and You handbook did not include all the information regarding the Medicare Part D deductibles and “Donut...
Reader Alert!! Dangers Of Changing Medicare Options With Telemarketers!
UNITED STATES—Morning Toni: When I first got Medicare, I picked a Medicare supplement plan F. In 2019, I was approached by a telemarking phone...
October 15 Is Coming…Know Medicare Annual Enrollment Options!!
UNITED STATES—Dear Toni: I turned 65 in February and did not enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan. I’ve been told that I must...
The Medicare Rule…No One Remembers!
UNITED STATES—Dear Toni, Just a quick note to say that my mother had to go into the hospital this week with COVID that caused...
Husband Passed Away…Why My Medicare Monthly Premium $545?
UNITED STATES—Dear Toni: I have been reading your articles regarding COVID-19, being laid off and enrolling in Medicare properly, but I have not read...
Why Is Medicare Denying Paying For My Doctor Visit?
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: I have a $900 doctor bill with a new cardiologists and Medicare says they will not pay? I recently retired and...
Does Original Medicare Have A Network Of Specialists? I Have Cancer!
UNITED STATES—Hi Toni, turning 65 this October and have no idea what I should do, because I have lung cancer. Currently, I am on...
Do I Enroll In Medicare At 65 Or Keep Working?
UNITED STATES—Hi Toni! I will turn 65 in October and am worried that my employer will be having a lay off due to struggles...
Need Help Disenrolling From A Medicare Advantage Plan Mistake!
UNITED STATES—Good Morning Ms. Toni: The first week, my wife and I moved to Houston from Oklahoma, I had a wonderful surprise in my...
Medicare Tips For Baby Boomers
UNITED STATES—Toni: I am a confused Baby Boomer who needs to make my Medicare decision in November when I turn 65. I do not...
What Is A Retiree HRA Account?
UNITED STATES—Hi Toni: My husband is an oil company retiree and two weeks ago, we received a letter stating that his employer is terminating...
Why Is My Medicare Premium An Extra $471?
UNITED STATES—Toni: My husband, John and I need your guidance because I believe I have made a mistake enrolling in Medicare. Last year, John...
