Chris Russo - Medicare Insurance Specialist

2023 Medicare cost sharing amounts got released early this year!

The most important numbers are:
- Part B premium will be reduced next year to $164.90
- Part B deductible has also come down to $226 for the year

Once you factor in the likelihood of a significant increase in the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security income in 2023, folks on Medicare and Social Security should see a nice increase in their income!

Here's the full story: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/2023-medicare-parts-b-premiums-and-deductibles-2023-medicare-part-d-income-related-monthly

Anyone who has Medicare questions or needs help with Medicare supplemental insurance can call me at 866-240-8639.

2023 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles 2023 Medicare Part D Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts | CMS On September 27, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2023 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs, and the 2023 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts. Medicare Part B Premium and Deductible

April is . If you have a green thumb, get outside and grow! 🌷🌱

Gardening and yardwork are great ways to stay active! Don’t forget to wear a wide-brimmed hat to stay safe in the ☀️

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Feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Talk with your doctor about getting a depression screening — it's covered by Medicare. Learn what other mental health services Medicare covers, and get the care you need: https://go.cms.gov/3fjjGNM

’s is a lifestyle change program to help you prevent type 2 diabetes. Talk with your doctor to see if this program is right for you. https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/diabetes-prevention-program

Plan Your Trip to Glacier National Park Often referred to as "America's Switzerland," this beautiful national park is a nature lovers paradise. Read our guide about the mountainous views and more.

Just a reminder to set your clocks ahead an hour Saturday night before you go to bed ⏰

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How is Social Security Funded? Most of the money for Social Security retirement, disability and other benefits comes from payroll taxes paid by U.S. workers and employers.

A little something to put a smile on your face :-)

Be aware of vaccine scams. Don't give out your personal or information to unknown sources. Medicare covers the vaccine, so you won't have to pay for it out-of-pocket. If you're asked to pay to put your name on a vaccine waitlist, it’s a scam. https://go.cms.gov/2MzJlpd

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