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📣 New survey: Many businesses are feeling the strain of rising health insurance costs.

As open enrollment for health benefits approaches, eHealth surveyed owners and managers of small- to mid-sized businesses and found some eye-opening trends:

📈 54% say their health insurance premiums are increasing by 10% or more for 2027.

😲 80% were surprised by the size of their upcoming rate increase.

⚠️ 73% are considering dropping traditional group health benefits next year because of rising costs.

More employers are looking at alternative approaches that offer greater flexibility and cost predictability.

💡 Learn more about how these trends will impact employers, consumers, and the future of workplace health benefits.

➡️ https://news.ehealthinsurance.com/news/survey-54-of-small-to-mid-sized-businesses-report-double-digit-health-plan-premium-increases-for-2027

📺 Medicare can be confusing — and what you don't know could cost you.

eHealth CEO Derrick Duke recently shared three tips with Retirement News to help you make smarter Medicare decisions:

1️⃣ Understand your Medicare plan enrollment deadlines and potential penalties, especially for people approaching age 65.
2️⃣ Don't overlook prescription drug coverage, which is not covered by Original Medicare, and consider a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage or Part D plan.
3️⃣ Recognize that Medicare will never call you about your coverage, and only work with validated licensed insurance agents when shopping plans.

Whether you're approaching 65 or already enrolled in Medicare, understanding your options can help you avoid costly surprises.

➡️ Watch Derrick's interview on Yahoo Finance: https://finance.yahoo.com/video/medicare-decoded-know-turn-65-085311148.html?guccounter=1

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📣 eHealth research is making headlines again.

Today, Politico featured new eHealth findings that reveal a surprising gap between Medicare confidence and actual understanding.

While most Medicare beneficiaries say they feel confident about their understanding of the program, only 13% could accurately define its main coverage options.

The study also found that most people already enrolled in Medicare — and those approaching eligibility — are unaware of cost-sharing requirements under Original Medicare, potentially leaving them financially exposed if they need medical care.

As eHealth CEO Derrick Duke explained, "Consumer confidence doesn't always translate into actual understanding."

With the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period approaching, these findings highlight the need for additional education and guidance to support improved decision making.

Read more in Politico here: 👇 https://www.politico.com/politicopulse/

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How well do you understand your Medicare health plan options? 🤔

According to new eHealth research, 89% of Medicare beneficiaries feel confident in their knowledge. But when tested, most don’t actually know how the program works.

For instance:
• 88% are unaware that Original Medicare has no annual cap on out-of-pocket costs.
• 42% do not know or underestimate Original Medicare's standard 20% cost-sharing requirements.
• Only 13% can correctly identify the definitions of the four primary Medicare health plan options.

If you or a loved one is preparing for this year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, it is more important than ever to understand health plan options, costs, and plan enrollment rules.

📖 Read more about the new data in this story: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/many-medicare-beneficiaries-are-confident-they-understand-program-theyre-wrong-new-study

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💚 Have you used all of your health insurance benefits this year?

With inflation causing 42% of Americans to skip or delay medical care over the past year, now is a great time to check whether you're taking advantage of benefits you've already paid for.

In her latest article, insurance expert Whitney Stidom shares three often-overlooked "use-it-or-lose-it" Medicare Advantage health benefits that could help improve your health while saving you money:

✔ Schedule your annual wellness visit
✔ Use your dental, vision and hearing benefits
✔ Check for wellness rewards, Flex Cards or over-the-counter allowances available through your health plan

A few minutes spent reviewing your benefits today could help you avoid bigger healthcare costs tomorrow.

➡️ Read more: https://news.ehealthinsurance.com/mid-year-health-check-3-use-it-or-lose-it-benefits-to-take-advantage-of

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🌎✈️ Dreaming of one more summer getaway?

If so, a recent Forbes article highlights several affordable international destinations that may be worth adding to your travel list. But before you pack your bags, do you know what health insurance coverage you'll have while traveling abroad?

According to insurance expert Whitney Stidom, many U.S. health plans offer limited or no coverage outside the country. Taking a few minutes to review your coverage could help you avoid unexpected medical expenses that might cost far more than what you saved on a budget-friendly destination.

➡️ https://www.forbes.com/advisor/travel-insurance/most-affordable-vacation-destinations-us-travelers-lmandp5/

🎉 If you or a loved one is turning 65 soon and new to Medicare, reviewing all the health plan choices can feel overwhelming.

But understanding the basics can help you make more confident decisions about your health coverage, potentially saving you money and improving access to quality care.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ Original Medicare Parts A and B leave you with gaps in coverage and out-of-pocket costs when accessing medical care.

✅ You'll want to compare coverage options such as Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and Part D plans.

✅ Enrollment timing matters, as missing key deadlines could lead to penalties or gaps in coverage.

If you're just getting started, our New-to-Medicare Guide breaks down eligibility, coverage options, budget, and enrollment periods in easy-to-understand terms.

👉 Learn more: https://www.ehealthinsurance.com/medicare/enrollment/new-to-medicare-guide/

Healthcare shouldn't be something people have to put off because of costs. Yet high inflation is causing many Americans to do just that.

Our latest survey of 1,000+ Americans found that:

📊42% say inflation has caused them to skip or delay medical care in the past year.

📊82% of people not yet enrolled in Medicare worry about healthcare costs in retirement.

📊75% of current Medicare beneficiaries are concerned Medicare could fail them or reduce benefits when they still need coverage.

Whether you or a loved one is approaching Medicare or already enrolled, reviewing your plan each year can help you find coverage that better fits your health needs — and your budget.

Information can be a key to improved access to care and savings.

Read more from our latest survey:

Mid-Year Survey: 42% of Americans Have Skipped or Delayed Medical Care in the Past Year Due to Inflation New survey finds most Americans worry about healthcare costs in retirement; 75% of Medicare beneficiaries say they are concerned the program could fail them One-third of Medicare beneficiaries say their out-of-pocket costs are more than expected,...