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Browse through our helpful articles about Medicare, insurance, healthcare and much more.
Important Links
Social Security Administration
https://www.
Toll-Free: 1-800-772-1213
Top Questions about Social Security
https://www.usa.gov/
Medicare Forms
Medicare Part B Application
https://secure.ssa.gov/mpboa/medicare-part-b-online-application/
Medicare Employer Verification Form
https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/CMS-Forms/CMS-Forms/Downloads/CMS-L564E.pdf
Part D Coverage
https://www.medicare.gov/drug-coverage-part-d
Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Information about Plan Options
Medicare Managed Care Manual
Health Plans General Info
https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-plans/healthplansgeninfo?redirect=/healthplansgeninfo/
MediGap Insurance
https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-plans/medigap?redirect=/medigap/
Original Medicare Benefits
https://www.medicare.gov/Pubs/pdf/10116-your-medicare-benefits.pdf
Medicare and You Handbook
https://www.medicare.gov/Pubs/pdf/10050-Medicare-and-You.pdf
Low Income Resources
Medicaid
State Health Insurance Assistance Program
Extra Help for Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/prescriptionhelp
Extra Help Online Application
Additional Resources
CMS-L564: Request for Employment Information
If you are applying for Medicare Part B after your initial Enrollment Period, you first need to request your HR department to fill out for CMS-L564. This form is used for proof of creditable coverage based on current employment and is needed to process your Medicare enrollment without a late enrollment penalty.
To request an electronic copy of the form, please fill the webform below:
Articles & Insights
📢It’s Tax Time! Don’t Forget Your Form 1095-A!📢
If you had health insurance through Covered California in 2024, be on the lookout for IRS Form 1095-A in your mailbox or online account. This form...
The Hidden Link Between Oral Health, Heart Disease & Diabetes
When thinking about health coverage, many Medicare recipients focus primarily on hospital and medical care. However, dental and vision health are...
Understanding the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (January 1 – March 31)
As the new year begins, so does an important opportunity for Medicare recipients—the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP). This special...
Kickstart Your Year: Simple Health Resolutions for a Happier You
The start of a new year is the perfect time to focus on your health and well-being. At West Compass Insurance, we believe that small, achievable...
What the 2025 Social Security COLA Means for You
As a Medicare recipient, you may have heard about the 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits in 2025. This modest...
Get Ready for Medicare Updates in 2025
Changes are coming to Medicare in 2025! The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the updated premiums, deductibles, and...
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month: What You Should Know
At West Compass Insurance, we believe in empowering our community with the knowledge to save lives. October marks Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Know the risk factors
At West Compass Insurance, we believe in keeping our clients informed about important health issues, especially those that impact a large portion of...
Preparing for Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period: Key Steps to Take
As we approach this year’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), it’s important to stay informed about the changes coming to Medicare. At West...