Does Medicare Call Your House?

Hello Toni:             I am a 72 year old female who lives alone and yesterday, a representative from Medicare called me asking all types of personal questions.   I told them, I did not give personal information over the phone.  I’m concerned this could be a scam,...

Myth or Fact…How Obamacare Affects Medicare?

Hello Toni: I hear so many rumors about how Obamacare is going to affect Medicare.  Mainly, doctors are not accepting Medicare and that the Part B premium is going to be over $200 in a few years.  Can you please tell me what is true and what is myth or rumor? Thanks,...

Tips to Stay out of the “Donut Hole”!

Toni:             Last year, my mother got into the “donut hole” in October.  I can see from the Part D statement she receives she is rapidly approaching the limit.  She can afford her co pays of $104.00 per month, but not the true prescription drugs cost is $630.00...

Medicare Plan C or Part C??Are They the Same or Different?

 Toni:             I attended your “Confused about Medicare” workshop last Thursday at Leisure Learning.  I do not understand the difference between Original Medicare’s Plan C and Medicare’s Part C.  Why are there 2 difference “C”s? Are there different plans and...