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Medicare is complex – there’s a lot of insurance jargon, lingo, and fine print. And if you’re trying to learn all of this on your own… well, it’s like teaching yourself a college course with no agenda. This is often a surprise to those who are new to Medicare, but an agent can make all of this much easier.

While this decision might take some time to wrap your head around, we’ve put together 7 potential organizations that you can donate your body to. If any of these missions align with your values and passions, you might just get the best of both worlds – a lasting legacy and a much cheaper funeral.

When you start getting quotes for Medigap plans, you might hear the term “household discount” come up. So, what exactly is a household discount for Medigap plans? And more importantly, how can you get the discount?!

Jerry’s wife, Deb, fell on their concrete patio, and she was rushed to the hospital. She had a nasty bump on her head, a few cuts, and a broken rib. She spent 5 days in the hospital, and was then discharged to a skilled rehab facility. They worked with her for several weeks, and then out of the blue, Jerry got a letter in the mail. And it wasn’t just any letter – it was a bill for $24,000. How could this be? Doesn’t Medicare cover Deb’s medical bills?

Medicare Part D, or your prescription drug coverage, isn’t mandatory to have, but if you choose not to sign up for Part D, you’ll face a penalty. Here's how that penalty works.