Lynne Stuart Timm - Simple Insurance USA

11/15/2025

Here are the new costs for Medicare in 2026. If you paid $185/mo for your Part B premium, it will be $202/90 next year or higher if you are subject to IRMAA.

2026 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles2026 Medicare Part D Income-Related Monthly Adjustment AmountsOn November 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs, and t...

08/14/2025

Wow, our first look at the 2026 ACA/Marketplace rate increases filed by the carriers. Look at BCBS of TX. Yikes. If you don't qualify for a tax credit or even if you do, there may be a better option for you. Touch base now or in November and we'll help you shop options to save money...

07/18/2025

Shrinking subsidies and Insurers seeking hefty 2026 rate increases for ACA Marketplace plans, aka Obamacare, will create major sticker shock later this fall. Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Illinois wants a 27% hike, while its sister Blue Cross plan in Texas is asking for 21%. If you're paying too much contact me. I have options...

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07/18/2025

Shrinking subsidies and Insurers seeking hefty 2026 rate increases for ACA Marketplace plans, aka Obamacare, will create major sticker shock later this fall. Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Illinois wants a 27% hike, while its sister Blue Cross plan in Texas is asking for 21%. If you're paying too much contact me. I have options...

07/08/2025

Six states, including TX, will be implementing prior authorization procedures in 2026 to help limit fraud, waste and abuse for 17 medical services. This affects those in Original Medicare that have Medigap plans.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement prior authorization requirements for certain traditional fee-for-service Medicare services in six states starting next year.

11/02/2024

Trying to figure out your health insurance for 2025? Do you qualify for a tax credit with the Marketplace/Obamacare? Do you make too much to qualify? Looking for a good PPO or better network? We have solutions! You can shop here or PM us for a quote. https://www.healthsherpa.com/?_agent_id=lynne-timm-veb13w

09/09/2024

Most people don't realize that Medicare doesn't cover Long-Term Care. The costs can be staggering.

Families face soaring costs and mounting pressures in taking care of their loved ones. “I never feel truly free.”

04/02/2024

We're outside of the annual enrollment window for Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) plans. Do you need coverage? I have many options that are affordable and allow you to keep your doctor. Send me a message if you need to shop health insurance!

07/17/2023

Your Medicare Gals (myself and Sharon) recently did our podcast on Medicare and cancer coverage. Let me know if you have questions about this very important topic.

Medicare and Cancer Costs". Choosing a Medicare AgentAsk The Experts Dallas is broadcast live Wednesdays at 5PM ET.Ask The Experts Dallas TV Show is viewed o...

02/09/2023

Having fun with our "Ask The Experts" Medicare educational show featured on iHeart radio 1190 in DFW. We answer your questions about how & when to enroll in Medicare. Next month we'll be launching podcasts. Knowing what to do when you're eligible for Medicare can be confusing. I help people navigate this process and make it easy!

10/02/2022

Trying to figure out your Medicare insurance options can be a challenge!

09/05/2022

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