Did you know you may be able to experience savings through a Medicare program?
Are you or your spouse currently eligible for Medicare? This is a reminder that you can participate in Medicare even if you have access to a group health insurance.
As a Medicare eligible person you have the option to continue your health insurance benefits however, you may be able to experience savings through a Medicare program.
The Medicare part B base premium for 2024 is currently $174.70, and the average cost for a Medicare Advantage plan is $30-$100.00/month. This can be lower than what you are paying with your employer group insurance with equal or better benefits.
Did you know, even if you change to a Medicare plan, you can keep your employer-sponsored dental insurance?
Deciding to stay on Employer Group Coverage or move to a Medicare plan can be overwhelming. What are the next steps?
WGT has partnered with a trusted Independent Medicare Broker that can provide more information.
Audra Fullan | Willamette Valley Benefits, Inc.
6400 SE Lake Rd, Suite 210 | Milwaukie, OR 97222
P: 503-913-7333 | E: audrafullan@outlook.com
*By calling this office you are authorizing an agent from Willamette Valley Benefits, Inc. to contact you.
*For accommodations of persons with special needs call 503.659.5566 or 1.888.944.4644.TTY call 711
Medicare Webinar – September 26, 2024
The Trust is also sponsoring a Medicare Webinar on September 26th – one at 10am and one at 5pm. Email jodyb@westerngrocerstrust.com if you would like to participate. We will send you a link to a Zoom Video Meeting.
Once you have all the information you can discuss your options with your employer before deciding.
It’s worth taking the time to compare.
How much may your Medicare plan cost? Contact Audra Fullan and she will help you complete the chart below and help research if your doctors take Medicare and if your medications are covered.
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Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your Group Plan.
Jody Brown
Eligibility & Enrollment Manager
Western Grocers Trust
E: JodyB@westerngrocerstrust.com
P: 800-777-3603
