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Original Medicare covers many health services, but you may be surprised to discover that Part A and Part B do not usually provide coverage for routine vision, hearing, and dental care. For example, if you’re in need of a new hearing aid, a new pair of glasses, or new dental appliances and your primary form of insurance is Original Medicare, you’ll likely pay out of pocket for these items.
Those who need coverage for vision, hearing, and dental care often choose to enroll in Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Part C. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurers and often include benefits that are not included in Original Medicare. There are several Medicare Advantage plans currently available in Houston.
To discover your options, give us a call today at (800) 950-0608! Our experienced licensed agents can help you compare Medicare plans in Houston that are cost-effective and offer other comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Medicare Advantage plans are provided by private insurance companies, which means that the details of each plan can vary. This includes the benefits, deductibles, and premiums.
Some coverage options typically offered by Medicare Advantage plans include:
How will you know if a Medicare Advantage plan is right for you? The best way to find out is to compare the cost and coverage of plans available in your area. Enter your zip code into our free comparison tool above to get started.
Learn MoreAre you eligible to receive Medicare benefits? If so, there are several times each year or certain circumstances that will allow you to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan.
You become eligible to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan when you first turn 65 or otherwise qualify for Medicare. Your first opportunity to enroll comes during your Initial Enrollment Period, which lasts for seven months – three months before your 65th birthday, the month of your 65th birthday, and three months after your 65th birthday.
If you miss your Initial Enrollment Period, you have three other opportunities to enroll in a Medicare plan:
- General Medicare Enrollment Period – occurs January 1 – March 31 each year.
- Annual Enrollment Period – occurs October 15 – December 7 each year
- Open Enrollment Period – occurs January 1 – March 31 each year
Sometimes, life gets in the way and you may miss a certain enrollment period. Not to worry. If you miss an enrollment period due to qualifying life events, such as relocating to another state or if a 5-Star Medicare Advantage plan becomes available in your area, you may qualify for what is known as a Special Enrollment Period.
Because Medicare is a government-managed health insurance program, strict regulations are in place to determine when one becomes eligible to enroll in Medicare coverage for the first time, or to make changes to existing coverage.
Are you interested in learning more about Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans available to you in the Houston, TX area? Give us a call today for more information!
At MedicareInsurance.com, our licensed insurance agents are always ready and willing to help you find affordable quality Medicare coverage in your area that meets your needs. There’s a plan out there for everyone, and we’re happy to help you get what you’re looking for.
The world of Medicare can be confusing. We’re proud to be able to make the more complex concepts of the program clear and easy to understand. If you want to learn more about what options are available to you in Houston, Texas, call our experienced licensed agents today. We’re always happy to help!
