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How to Save Money on Prescriptions Part 2

Last month was a review of how the Medicare Drug programs are set up, and who should apply for Extra Help. Even if you don’t qualify for financial assistance, here are some practical strategies to help you save money on prescription medications.

Most Medicare drug plans (Medicare drug plans and Medicare Advantage Plans with prescription drug coverage) have their own list of what drugs are covered, called a formulary. Plans include both brand-name prescription drugs and generic drug coverage. The formulary includes at least 2 drugs in the most prescribed categories and classes. This helps make sure that people...

Here is the original article I submitted to ENOA's New Horizons for March 2024.  Some changes were made to the article; please disregard that article and use this information instead.

I noticed that Social Security is moving significantly slower than usual for my clients that are enrolling in Medicare. Don’t wait...

The article I wrote for New Horizons, a paper produced by ENOA, is also in Strictly Business and Country Lanes magazines:

Have you seen those commercials from actors (or an ex-football player that used to pose in pantyhose) telling you to call right now to make sure you’re not missing...

Mary Hiatt, President of Mary the Medicare Lady, was recently laughing over lunch with a colleague about how women used to have to wear dresses, pantyhose and high heels to work or risk getting sent home. On her first phone call in her first outside sales job, the prospect said...

Medicare Advantage plans typically have a transportion benefit, so please feel free to reach out to me if you're not sure how to find what benefits your plan offers. I'm happy to help even if you're not a client of mine!

This list of resources was compiled by the...

Here is my contribution:

Plan Ahead and Do Your Research

For many, anything related to the health industry can seem confusing and complicated. As we age, the need to understand healthcare costs and insurance coverage increases, but it can be difficult to understand all the facets involved with being a...

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Mary Hiatt announces Hiatt Agency, LLC is now doing business as Mary the Medicare Lady. The business change occurred June 14.

“When shopping for Medigap, drug plans or Medicare advantage plans, please use a local, independent agent that can quote multiple carriers,” said Mary. “There is no charge...

It’s an unfortunate fact that life expectancy in the US has dropped recently. This has led many people to examine whether or not they should have a life insurance policy and, if so, how much coverage they should have. Here are some basics about life insurance, intended to help you...