by Toni King | Apr 8, 2025 | Medicare, Medicare Part B, Toni Says
Do I enroll in Medicare’s Part A or B during the turning-65 enrollment time? Toni: I am turning 65 on April 4, working part-time and not eligible for my employer benefits, so I need Medicare. A friend gave me confusing information about enrolling in Medicare...
by Toni King | Apr 8, 2025 | Medicare Part B
What does Medicare Part B NOT cover during an Emergency Room visit? Dear Toni, I have been told that Medicare does not cover drugs when you are in an emergency room. My mother went in the hospital from the ER for 2 days and because it was considered “under...
by Toni King | Feb 6, 2025 | Medicare, Social Security
How to inform Medicare that your income is lower. Dear Toni, I began taking my RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions) from my 401(k) when I turned 72 and my Medicare premium in 2025 is $480.90 for Part B and $57.00 for Part D. Did taking my RMD with my Social...
by Toni King | Feb 6, 2025 | Medicare
Exploring the Myths of Medicare Dear Toni, I have been following your Toni Says Medicare column in my local newspaper to learn about Medicare. This week I discovered online information discussing different myths of Medicare that confused me even more. I have...
by Toni King | Jan 9, 2025 | Medicare Part B, Toni Says
Enroll in Medicare the Correct Way!! Dear Toni: I am retiring in February when I turn 65 and will need to enroll in Medicare Parts A and B with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D prescription drug plan. My husband, James, is 72 and has heart issues so, he enrolled in...
