David Levine
About Christian:
David Levine is an award-winning writer and editor whose work has been featured in the New York Times, New York Daily News, Sports Illustrated, American Heritage, U.S. News & World Report and others.
David has covered health, health insurance and health policy topics – among many others – since 2017. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in English from the University of Rochester and currently lives in Albany, New York.
Articles by David Levine:
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A Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan and Medicare can be used together. But whether you enroll in Part A or Part B depends on your income, premiums, out-of-pocket costs and other considerations.
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Medicare Part D plans and Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans that cover prescription drugs typically offer step therapy programs that can help control prescription drug costs for plan beneficiaries. Learn how medication step therapy works with Medicare plans.
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You typically can’t be denied a Medigap policy if you apply during your Medigap Open Enrollment Period or during another period when you have guaranteed issue rights, even if you have pre-existing health conditions. If you apply outside of those times, you could be denied coverage or charged higher premiums.
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Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage coverage options can change every year. This guide outlines how you can review your plan to make sure your needs are met and how to look for a new plan if you need better coverage or lower costs.