What Tax Practitioners Need to Know About Medicare (MEDC)
November 7th, 2025 - November 7th, 2025 @ 10:50AM-12:30PM
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$109 |
| Non-Member Price |
$139 |
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Credits
2
Description
Tax advisors often receive questions concerning all facets of Medicare. How does Medicare work? How do I apply? How much does it cost? Is Medicare optional or required? This program provides a basic introduction to the Medicare program and covers many of the areas of the Medicare program that clients are most interested in. If you, or some of your clients, have questions relating to Medicare, this program is a must for you.
Objectives
Understand who is eligible for Medicare Determine whether an individual will have to pay a surtax for Medicare Part B and Part D coverage Ascertain whether private or spousal insurance options are preferable to Medicare
Major Subjects
Eligibility for Medicare How to apply for Medicare Introduction to Parts A, B, C, and D of Medicare Payments for Parts B and D of Medicare: the higher costs imposed on higher income beneficiaries Late enrollment penalties Medicare Advantage in lieu of original Medicare The Affordable Care Act's impact on Medicare Legislative and regulatory developments
Prerequisites
An understanding of the tax rules relating to individual income tax
