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By Dana Cutter
21 Aug 2010

Will there be a 2011 Medicare Part B Premium Increase, Social Security COLA Increase, and Health Insurance Increase?

Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment for 2011 is fast approaching and many seniors are wondering if Social Security will offer a cost of living increase (COLA) for 2011, will the Medicare Part B premium increase for 2011, and will Medicare Advantage insurance premiums increase for 2011?  More importantly when can you expect to hear announcements on these important topics?

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By Dana Cutter
26 Jun 2010

Medicare Open Enrollment Gone, Medicare Plans Terminating, Medicare Funding Decreasing - All for 2011

Throughout the year, I've been writing about changes in Medicare funding for health plans, plans terminating coverage for 2011, and health reform.  As we approach annual open enrollment you need to be aware that Medicare has changed when plans will accept your application for 2011.  All this will have an impact starting on October 1st, 2010. It is also important to note that many Private Fee for Service Plans (PFFS) will be sending termination notices out this year and directing their members to find other coverage. 

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