Lyndon Thomas Insurance Spring 2019

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eligible for Medicare prior to Jan. 1, 2020, Plans C, F, and HDF will remain available options and will include coverage of the Part B deductible. So, beginning in 2020, supplemental Plan G will be the new top-of-the-line plan. After the Part B annual deductible is paid, the G supplement functions exactly as an F — paying all out-of-pocket expenses after Medicare first approves and pays for medically necessary health care services.

SUDOKU Currently, Medicare supplemental plan options include 10 standardized plans, each with its own specified benefits/coverage levels. For those individuals eligible for Medicare on or after Jan. 1, 2020, there will only be eight plans from which to choose. Existing Plans C, F, and HDF will not be options for these newly eligible individuals. In other words, Plans C, F, and HDF will not be available to sell to Medicare beneficiaries who turn 65 on or after Jan. 1, 2020. However, Plans D and G will be available and will have similar benefits to Plans C and F (except for Part B deductible coverage). Existing, currently in-force Medicare supplemental Plans C, F, and HDF are not being discontinued. If you are currently enrolled in one of these plans, your C, F, or HDF will continue unchanged. For those who are

The changes discussed in this article affect only those who become eligible for Medicare

starting in January — for example, new 65-year-olds who are choosing a Medicare supplemental policy. Medicare Advantage plan members and stand-alone Part D prescription drug plans are not affected in any way by these changes.

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Instructions

Ingredients

1. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sesame seeds. Shake skillet often and cook until white seeds are golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and add garlic, onion, and salt. 2. In a large saucepan, combine popcorn kernels and oil. Cook over medium- high heat, covered, until popcorn kernels start to pop. Once popping, continue cooking and shaking the pan intermittently until popping ceases, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl. Pour in butter and toss to coat. Finally, add seasoning, toss again, and serve.

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3/4 cup popcorn kernels 2 tablespoons flaky sea salt 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds 2 teaspoons granulated garlic 2 teaspoons granulated onion

1/3 cup canola oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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