Medicare Costs in 2024
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) released the 2024 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs on November 12, 2023.
The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B in 2024 will be $174.70, up from $164.90 in 2023, an increase of $9.80. The cost of this premium is
Time For Your Yearly Medicare Plan Review!
During the months of September and early October, your current Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO, PPO, POS) with drug coverage or your Medicare Prescription Drug Plan will be sending you information regarding the upcoming changes to your coverage in 2024. This information will allow you to make an informed decision about whether to keep your current
Graduates “SHINING” a Light on Medicare Options
On June 23, eight people celebrated their graduation from the SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) program at LifePath’s office in Greenfield. As newly-certified SHINE counselors, they will work in their own communities to provide free and unbiased health insurance information, education, and assistance services to Medicare beneficiaries and adults with disabilities. Lorraine
Important Information for MassHealth Members
Are you a Mass Health member? All MassHealth members will need to have their health coverage renewed soon.
If MassHealth has enough information to confirm your eligibility, your coverage will be renewed automatically. If they are not able to confirm your eligibility automatically, they will send a renewal form in a blue envelope.
What you need to
Medicare Savings Program Offers New Expanded Eligibility
Many more are now eligible for significant savings.
The Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MSP) has expanded eligibility guidelines by 60% in 2023.
Good news for elders! The Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MSP) has expanded eligibility guidelines by 60% in 2023. That’s a big win! Thanks to the Advocacy of Mass Senior Action Council, State Legislators, the Governor’s
New SHINE Graduates Are Ready to Help with Medicare Options
Above, left to right: Lynne Feldman, Director of Community Services, LifePath; SHINE Graduate Chris Maguire; Shine Graduate Juan Concepcion; SHINE Graduate Donna Griffin; SHINE Graduate Lynn Hills; SHINE Graduate Sam Fowler; Lorraine York-Edberg, SHINE Regional Program Director.
On June 9, 2022, six people celebrated their graduation from the SHINE program, with five attending a luncheon at
Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods and Options
Are you turning 65? Have you been disabled for 24 months? If so, you may be eligible for Medicare. Medicare is the federal health insurance program that helps with the cost of health care, but it is not comprehensive; it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of long-term care.
Different parts of Medicare