Why Does it Take so Long to Get Medicare When you Qualify for Disability?
Why does it take so long to get Medicare when you qualify for disability? For most people, it will take about 2 years to file, be declined a few times, appeal, appeal and finally get approved for Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI). After that long slog to...
Don’t Buy Pretty Medicare Plans
Don’t Buy Pretty Medicare Plans People see TV and print ads touting “FREE Groceries” or “UP TO $100 Back” in your Social Security check each month. These types of benefits are considered “extra benefits” apart from the core benefits of a Medicare Advantage health...
Did You Delay Your Social Security To Help Your Spouse?
Did You Delay Your Social Security To Help Your Spouse? Get the facts before you delay any further.Your full retirement age is based on your year of birth, and is between age 66 and 67. It is not age 65 contrary to popular belief. You are eligible to get 100% of your...
Social Security Disability Can Seem Cruel
The approval rate for people applying for Social Security Disability for the first time is BAD. In some states, close to 90 percent of people will be denied. If you do persevere and get accepted, there’s another kicker: in most cases Medicare coverage won’t begin for...
