New Medicare ID Cards Coming Soon If you’re on Medicare, your social security number is about to be a bit safer. Beginning in April 2018, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will start mailing out new Medicare ID cards. CMS is removing social security numbers (SSNs) in order to prevent identity theft and fraud. Instead of SSNs, the new cards will include a unique Medicare Beneficiary Identifier, or
Online Access for Medicare Beneficiaries
Nowadays, there’s not much you can’t accomplish online. Several years ago, the Social Security Administration (SSA) jumped on the bandwagon and introduced online access to earnings, benefits, etc. when you establish a “My Social Security” account. Having a “My Social Security” account just got even more convenient! What Can I Do with a “My Social Security” Account? Here is a full list of your account’s online capabilities: Track and verify
Signing Up for Medicare
Are you about to turn 65? If so, then you probably have Medicare on your mind. And if you don’t, well — you should! First and foremost, you should know you will NOT be automatically enrolled in Medicare on your 65th birthday. Unless you have already been collecting Social Security benefits, you will have to initiate the enrollment process yourself. So, what is involved? Understanding Medicare can be overwhelming, so
Affordable Care Act and Medicare
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has sparked a lot of questions from those eligible for Medicare as to how ACA Marketplace plans and Medicare coverage work together. In a nutshell, they really don’t. If you are already on Medicare, nothing changes for you. You are considered covered under the health care law and do not have to explore other options through the Marketplace. In fact, it is against the law
