Opportunity for Help with Medicare Cost Sharing Ends Soon

The 2013 Medicare Part A and B general enrollment period runs from January 1 through March 31, 2013. As detailed below, this enrollment period is especially important for many individuals who are not eligible for premium-free Medicare Part A. Most people do not pay a premium for Medicare Part A because they have sufficient work history. However, for people who do not have this work history, the Part A premium can cost several hundred dollars per month. In addition to the important benefits covered under this component of Medicare (primarily hospital, skilled nursing facility, and some home health and hospice…

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