Medicare is one of the biggest decisions you will make about your health and your money — and in Charlotte and across North Carolina, someone turns 65 every day. The Jordan Insurance Agency is an independent, full-time, licensed agency that compares Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), and Part D options across multiple carriers, in plain English, at no cost to you. Start with the questions below.
Medicare Basics
- What is Medicare and how does it work?
- Who is eligible for Medicare?
- What are the parts of Medicare — Part A, B, C, and D?
- What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
- What does Medicare Part A cover?
- What does Medicare Part B cover?
Choosing Your Coverage
- What is Medicare Advantage (Part C)?
- What is a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan?
- Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement — which is better?
- What is Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage)?
- Medigap Plan G vs. Plan N — what's the difference?
- Do I need a Medicare Supplement if I have Medicare Advantage?
- Can I switch from Medicare Advantage to a Medigap plan?
- What do Medicare plan star ratings mean — is a 5-star plan better than a 4-star plan?
Enrollment & Timing
- When can I enroll in Medicare?
- How do I apply for and sign up for Medicare?
- What is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)?
- What is the Medicare late enrollment penalty?
- Do I have to enroll in Medicare at 65 if I'm still working?
- How does Medicare work with my employer or COBRA coverage?
- What is a Medicare Special Enrollment Period?
Costs
- How much does Medicare cost per month?
- How much is the Medicare Part B premium?
- Is Medicare free?
- What is IRMAA (higher premiums for higher incomes)?
- Can I get help paying for Medicare (Extra Help and Savings Programs)?
What Medicare Covers
- Does Medicare cover dental?
- Does Medicare cover hearing aids?
- Does Medicare cover vision, eye exams, and glasses?
- Does Medicare cover prescription drugs?
- Does Medicare cover long-term care or nursing homes?
- Does Medicare cover in-home or home health care?
Your Situation
- Can I get Medicare before 65 (disability)?
- Does Medicare cover me when I travel or move?
- How do Medicare and Social Security work together?
- How does Medicare work with my spouse’s coverage?
- Can I have both Medicare and Medicaid (dual eligible)?
- Can I change my Medicare plan if I’m unhappy?
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