Mrs. Park is an elderly retiree. Mrs. Park has a low fixed income. What could you tell Mrs. Park that might be of assistance? a. She can apply to the Medicare agency for lower premiums and cost-sharing. b. She should contact her state Medicaid agency to see if she qualifies for one of several programs … Read more
Mr. Wu is eligible for Medicare. He has limited financial resources but failed to qualify for the Part D low-income subsidy. Where might he turn for help with his prescription drug costs? a. Mr. Wu may still qualify for help in paying for Part D costs through the local Office of the Aging. b. Mr. … Read more
Mrs. Chen will be 65 soon, has been a citizen for twelve years, has been employed full time, and paid taxes during that entire period. She is concerned that she will not qualify for coverage under part A because she was not born in the United States. What should you tell her? a. Most individuals … Read more
Mr. Schmidt would like to plan for retirement and has asked you what is covered under Original Fee-for-Service (FFS) Medicare. What could you tell him? a. Part A, which covers long-term custodial care services, is covered under Original Medicare. b. Part C, which always covers dental and vision services, is covered under Original Medicare. c. … Read more
Ms. Henderson believes that she will qualify for Medicare Coverage when she turns 65, without paying any premiums, because she has been working for 40 years and paying Medicare taxes. What should you tell her? a. Medicare beneficiaries only pay a Part B premium if they are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. b. She … Read more
Edward IP suffered from serious kidney disease. As a result. Edward became eligible for Medicare coverage due to end-stage renal disease (ESRD). A close relative donated their kidney and Edward successfully underwent transplant surgery 12 months ago. Edward is now age 50 and asks you if his Medicare coverage will continue, what should you say? … Read more
Mr. Moy’s wife has a Medicare Advantage plan, but he wants to understand what coverage Medicare Supplemental Insurance provides since his health care needs are different from his wife’s needs. What could you tell Mr. Moy? a. Medicare Supplemental Insurance would help cover his Part A and Part B deductibles or coinsurance in Original Fee-for-Service … Read more
