More Medicare for Less

For more than 15 years, John Atkins has been helping seniors find affordable health insurance. He understands the connection between finding an affordable plan, but also making sure that his clients have the benefits they need to meet their healthcare needs.Before John became a licensed agent and a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), he had extensive work history in the healthcare industry. He began his career as a respiratory therapist and then became a hospital administrator, earning his Masters in Healthcare Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He knows how hospitals work, how to pick a great doctor, how claims are processed and the ins and outs of navigating the healthcare system. This really sets John apart from other agents, as he blends his interest and experience in healthcare with his care of his clients.What is Medicare?Medicare is a medical insurance program for people aged 65 and older. Started in 1965 to help older adults pay for health care, Medicare is a federally run program and can be used as your sole coverage for health insurance or as a companion or back up coverage to other policies you may purchase.Medicare is designed primarily for people over age 65, but over the years it has been expanded to cover some younger people with disabilities. Most likely, Medicare will not cover all of your health care expenses. There may be premiums, eductibles and co-pays and some services may not be covered. But read on!