How to Manage a Big Medical Bill
Medical debt keeps far too many people up at night. Let's look at some steps to lessen the burden of a significant medical expense.
Wiser Medicare
- Aug 1
- 5 min
Navigating the Transition between Employer Insurance and Medicare
More and more people are working beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. How do you decide between employer insurance and Medicare?
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 18
- 5 min
How Medigap Plans Make Original Medicare Look More Like Medicare Advantage
Deciding between Original Medicare with Medigap and Medicare Advantage can be difficult. Here are some tips to navigate this decision.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 15
- 3 min
What to do if your doctor isn’t in your Medicare network?
If you thought that your doctor accepted your Medicare and found out otherwise when you got the bill, there may be options available to you.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 13
- 4 min
Resources to Lower Your Medicare Prescription Drug Costs
As prices skyrocket on everything we buy, they also increase on prescription medications. Let's explore ways to combat high drug prices.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 12
- 3 min
How to Sign Up for a Medicare Advantage Plan
Here’s what you need to know to get enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 11
- 1 min
Medicare Out-of-Pocket Costs You Should Know and Expect
Our founder and CEO, Shub Debgupta, has been featured in a series of U.S. News & World Report articles about Medicare plan information.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 9
- 1 min
How to Pick a Medigap Plan
Our founder and CEO, Shub Debgupta, has been featured in a series of U.S. News & World Report articles about Medicare plan information.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 8
- 1 min
7 Questions to Ask During Open Enrollment
Our founder and CEO, Shub Debgupta, has been featured in a series of U.S. News & World Report articles about Medicare plan information.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 7
- 1 min
7 Things You Need to Know About Medicare
Our founder and CEO, Shub Debgupta, has been featured in a series of U.S. News & World Report articles about Medicare plan information.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jul 1
- 4 min
Access to Affordable Hearing Aids: This Summer or Later?
Hearing aids can improve many seniors’ quality of life, but they can be too costly for many. Lets explore reasons why & ways to access them.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jun 30
- 4 min
4 Steps to Appeal a Denied Medicare Advantage Claim
If you find that one of your Medicare Advantage claims has been denied, take action by following these steps as appropriate.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jun 28
- 3 min
Times When You Can Sign Up for Medicare Advantage
Enroll in Medicare Advantage during the Initial Enrollment Period (around your 65th birthday) or consult Medicare about additional times.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jun 23
- 3 min
I'm on Medicare and I received a surprise medical bill. What should I do?
So, what do you if you’re on Medicare and get a bill that you believe is wrong? Here are 5 things Medicare.gov recommends you know.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jun 16
- 1 min
Ways to Save Money on Your Prescription Drugs While on Medicare
Even with a good insurance plan, we often find our bills continue to rise. Use this checklist to find ways to save money on your drug costs.
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Wiser Medicare
- Jun 6
- 3 min
How the 5-Star Hospital Rating System Helps Save Time and Money
The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services designed a 5-star rating system to help patients choose the best hospital for them.
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Wiser Medicare
- May 27
- 3 min
Medicare’s Star Rating System and How It Can Save You Time and Money
CMS uses a 5-star rating system based on health outcomes and customer service to evaluate each Medicare plan. Here's how to use it.
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Wiser Medicare
- May 20
- 5 min
5 Things to Ask Your Broker to Save on Medicare Costs
A broker can help ensure you get the best policy. Let’s look at five things you could ask your broker to save money on Medicare costs.
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Wiser Medicare
- May 11
- 4 min
5 Questions Your Pharmacist Can Answer to Lower Your Medicare Part D Drug Costs
You can start saving money on your Medicare Part D drugs by asking your pharmacist these five crucial questions.
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Wiser Medicare
- May 10
- 4 min
5 Things to Ask Your Doctor to Save on Your Medicare Medical Costs
Even if you have Medicare, you will still want to manage out-of-pocket costs. Here are five questions to ask your doctor to save money.
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