In 2023, individuals who qualify for full Extra Help (also known as the Low-Income Subsidy Program, LIS) can enroll in a standard Part D plan with a monthly premium of up to $38.90. Individuals with Medicaid and/or a Medicare Savings Program (MSP) are automatically enrolled in Extra Help. Individuals can also apply for Extra Help with [...]

Each year, from October 15 – December 7, individuals with Medicare can make changes to their Medicare coverage. Plan changes take effect on January 1.Changes can include:Switching from one Part D plan to another Part D plan (for those with Original Medicare) • Switching from one Medicare Advantage plan to another Medicare Advantage plan • Switching [...]

The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law on August 16, 2022, contains many healthcare provisions, some of which will take effect in the beginning of 2023:The enhanced subsidies for purchasing a Qualified Health Plan, put in place by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021, will continue for an additional three years, through 2025. Meaning [...]

NYS Homes and Community Renewal’s Residential Emergency Services to Offer Repairs to the Elderly (RESTORE) program provides financial assistance for senior homeowners to make repairs that allow them to continue living independently in their homes. Governor Hochul signed legislation in August 2022 increasing the July-August 2022 Page 6 Benefits Plus E-Newsletter amount of time to complete [...]