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One of the most important Medicare decisions you'll make is choosing between Medicare Supplement insurance (also called Medigap) and Medicare Advantage plans. This choice affects everything from which doctors you can see to how much you'll pay for medical care. After helping Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake residents with this decision for over 24 years, I can tell you there's no universal "right" answer – but there IS a right answer for your specific situation, health

The True Cost of Medicare: What Virginia Beach Seniors Really Pay When Virginia Beach seniors ask me "What does Medicare cost?", they're often surprised to learn there's no simple answer. Unlike employer insurance with a single monthly premium, Medicare involves multiple costs that can vary dramatically based on your coverage choices, health needs, and income level. After helping Hampton Roads residents understand Medicare costs for over 24 years, I've learned that many senio

If you're on Medicare in the Hampton Roads area, 2026 brings significant changes that will affect both your costs and coverage options....

Your 65th birthday is approaching, and with it comes one of the most important healthcare decisions of your life – choosing your Medicare...

2025 Medicare Open Enrollment: Why Virginia Beach Seniors Can't Afford to Go It Alone The most important time of year for Medicare...

Medicare Enrollment Periods Explained: When Can Virginia Beach Seniors Make Changes? One of the most confusing aspects of Medicare isn't...

Medicare Broker vs Insurance Company: Why Virginia Beach Seniors Choose Local Experts If you're turning 65 or considering changing your...

Managing Healthcare Costs in Retirement: A Budget Guide for Virginia Beach Seniors Healthcare costs are one of the biggest financial...

Turning 65 Soon? Your Complete Medicare Transition Timeline for Virginia Beach Residents Congratulations! Turning 65 is a major milestone...

What to Do When Your Medicare Plan Isn't Working: A Hampton Roads Guide You did your research, chose what seemed like the best Medicare...

5 Medicare Mistakes Virginia Beach Seniors Make (And How to Avoid Them) Turning 65 should be exciting – you've earned your Medicare...

Protecting Yourself from Medicare Fraud and Scams: A Hampton Roads Senior's Guide Medicare fraud costs taxpayers over $60 billion...

Navigating the Medicare landscape can be a daunting task, filled with a multitude of choices, intricate details, and time-sensitive decision

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What is Medicare? Medicare is a health insurance program administered by the federal government. It was created in 1965 to provide health...