State College of Florida Venice (Medicare 101 - Everything You Need to Know!)
Schedule
Tue Oct 08 2024 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
8000 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231-6848, United States | Osprey, FL
Know Your Benefits, Know Your Rights, and Know Your Options!
If you are becoming eligible for Medicare, such as turning age 65, or if you are a current Medicare beneficiary and want to improve your understanding of Medicare, this course will arm you with everything you need to know and more. During this 2024-2025 educational course we will delve into the depths of Medicare and its four parts (A, B, C, & D), as-well-as address their many myths and misconceptions. Join us for this interactive deep dive into the complex world of Medicare, presented by Michael R Cochran, Independent Insurance Broker.
COURSE SYLLABUS:
What is Original Medicare
When Coverage Begins
When Do You Qualify to Enroll
How to Enroll
What Are the Four Parts of Medicare
Parts A & B Benefits, Premiums, and Financial Liabilities
Part D Prescription Drug Coverage
Parts B & D Penalties are for Life
Creditable Coverage
Continuing with Employer Coverage
IRMAA Explained
Why Original Medicare is Not Enough
Supplemental Medicare Plans (also known as Medigap)
Characteristics of Drug Plans - Coverage Phases & Tiers for Prescription Drugs
Dispelling a Myth!
Part C Medicare Advantage
PPOs & HMOs – Which One Is Right?
Special Needs Plans for Qualifying Chronic Conditions & Medicaid
Reducing Your Part B Premium
SCF Venice (Building 800)
8000 S Tamiami Trl
Building 800 - Professional Development Center
Venice, FL 34293
Room: 801 (Selby Room)
Directions
I-75 to Exit 191 (River Rd./CR 777), head south on River Rd. to U.S. 41. Turn right (north) onto U.S. 41. SCF Venice is on the left. Building 800 is the Professional Development Center.