Health Care and Long-Term Care Study, a consumer study of U.S. adults ages 50 and up, Nationwide/Harris Poll Survey (November 2016).
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1 1 Health Care and Long-Term Care Study, a consumer study of U.S. adults ages 50 and up, Nationwide/Harris Poll Survey (November 2016). 1
2 Agenda The retirement income challenge Understanding the health care opportunity Creating a plan to address health care costs 2
3 Important things to keep in mind Not a deposit Not FDIC or NCUSIF insured Not guaranteed by the institution Not insured by any federal government agency May lose value This material is not a recommendation to buy, sell, hold or roll over any asset, adopt an investment strategy, retain a specific investment manager or use a particular account type. It does not take into account the specific investment objectives, tax and financial condition, or particular needs of any specific person. Investors should work with their financial professional to discuss their specific situation. This material should be regarded as educational information on health care and is not intended to provide specific advice. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, you should contact your legal or tax advisors. This information is general in nature and is not intended to be tax, legal, accounting or other professional advice. The information provided is based on current laws, which are subject to change at any time, and has not been endorsed by any government agency. Nationwide Investment Services Corporation (NISC), member FINRA. Nationwide Retirement Institute is a division of NISC. Nationwide, the Nationwide N and Eagle, Nationwide is on your side and Nationwide Retirement Institute are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company Nationwide NFM-9732AO.10 (03/17) 3
4 The retirement income Challenge 4
5 THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE Retirement decision points Retirees need to make a series of important decisions between ages 55 and 70½ AGE 62 Earliest age to begin Social Security benefits (at reduced amount) AGE Full Social Security benefit eligibility AGE 70 Maximum Social Security benefit eligibility AGE 55 If retired and have a 401(k), may withdraw without IRA penalty AGE 59½ * Can withdraw tax-deferred assets without IRA penalty *Age 50 for Public Safety Workers AGE 65 Medicare eligibility AGE 70½ Must take RMDs (Required Minimum Distribution) from IRAs Source: The Retirement Income Reference Book, 2015, LIMRA. 5
6 THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE How do I invest for growth? How do I protect my assets? How much income can I take and when? ASSET & PRODUCT ALLOCATION RISK MANAGEMENT INCOME Source: The Retirement Income Reference Book, 2015, LIMRA. 6
7 THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE Risk before retirement Market loss Inflation Outliving assets Health care costs Inadequate income for surviving spouse Risk in retirement Source: The Retirement Income Reference Book, 2015, LIMRA. 7
8 THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE Percentage of private-sector workers employed by establishments offering health insurance to retirees, % 30.0% 25.0% 20.0% 15.0% 10.0% 5.0% 0.0% Early retirees Medicare eligibles Source: EBRI estimates from various tables at 8
9 THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE Consumer estimate of annual health care costs in retirement $26K+: 5% $16K - $25K: 5% $11K - $15K: 3% $6K - $10K: 11% $1K - $5K: 17% 76% have underestimated, or don t know their medical costs Not sure/can t estimate: 60% Source: Nationwide/Harris Poll "Health Care and Long-Term Care Study." Consumer study of 801 adults 50 and older,
10 PRIORITIES THE RETIREMENT INCOME CHALLENGE Retirees see it differently: Retirees Public policy Inflation Investment Health care Advisors Health care Longevity Public policy Inflation Source: The Retirement Income Reference Book, 2014, LIMRA. 10
11 Understanding the health care Opportunity 11
12 The health care opportunity Managing the cost of health care is one of the most complex issues facing society Will likely be among your client s greatest expenses in retirement Source: Healthcare Spending Growth Rate to Dip 6.5% in 2016, PwC. June
13 THE HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITY Health care costs can have a significant impact on investors. 38% have difficulty paying bills 27% use up all or most of savings 16% borrow money Source: 2013 Health and Voluntary Workplace Benefits Survey: Nearly 90% of Workers Satisfied With Their Own Health Plan, but 55% Give Low Ratings to Health Care System, by Paul Fronstin, Ph.D., EBRI, and Ruth Helman, Greenwald & Associates. EBRI Notes, Vol. 34, No. 9, September
14 THE HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITY Health care is an important concern. 67% affluent say one of their top fears in retirement is their health care costs being out of control 1 2nd largest expense in retirement second only to housing when it comes to the major expenses in retirement 2 projected annual growth in health care spending 5.8% through Nationwide/Harris Poll "Health Care and Long-Term Care Study." Consumer study of 801 adults 50 and older, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumer Expenditures in National Health Expenditure Projections, : Slow Growth Until Coverage Expands and Economy Improves. Health Affairs. September
15 THE HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITY Consumers want help. 66% 72% adults can t estimate their health care costs in retirement wish they understood Medicare coverage better say it is important or very important for their advisor to discuss health care costs when 75% planning for retirement Source: Nationwide/Harris Poll "Health Care and Long-Term Care Study." Consumer study of 801 adults 50 and older,
16 THE HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITY Advisors self-rating pertaining to capability of discussing client retirement needs in the following areas: 65% 84% 19% Guaranteed Income Sources Retirement Income Overall Medicare and other Health Care Programs Source: GCD Research and Practical Perspectives Retirement Income Insights
17 Understanding Health care 17
18 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE The impact of health care costs on retirement income Understanding health care specifics 18
19 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Health care expenses Out-of-pocket health care estimates for a 65-year-old couple can reach $259,000 $395,000 over 20 years in retirement. Source: Savings Needed for Medigap Premiums, Medicare Part B Premiums, Medicare Part D Premiums and Out-of-Pocket Drug Expenses for Retirement at Age 65 in Assuming a 90% chance of having enough savings. "Amount of Savings Needed for Health Expenses for People Eligible for Medicare: Unlike the Last Few Years, the News Is Not Good," by Paul Fronstin, Dallas Salisbury, and Jack VanDerhei, EBRI. October
20 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Health care expenses Medicare covers only about 62% of expenses associated with health care services Source: "How Much Does Medicare Cover?" EBRI Fast Facts. #251. Oct. 17,
21 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Health care expenses 57% don't know if long-term care is covered or not 16% believe Medicare covers all or part of long-term care costs Source: Nationwide/Harris Poll "Health Care and Long-Term Care Study." Consumer study of 801 adults 50 and older,
22 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Original Medicare Part A and Part B + Secondary insurance GHI, MedSup + Rx coverage Part D or GHI or Option 2 Medicare Advantage (Part C) 1. Hospitalization 2. Medical 3. Rx (MA-PD) 22
23 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medicare Part A: Hospital Insurance PATIENT COSTS FOR AN IN-HOSPITAL STAY, 2017 Inpatient hospitalization Skilled nursing facilities Home health care Hospice Days 1 60 $1,316 deductible Days $329 per day copay Days $658 per day copay Days 150+ All costs Source: Medicare.gov,
24 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medicare Part B: Medical Insurance INDIVIDUAL PAYS, 2017 Doctors/providers Preventive benefits Durable medical equipment Outpatient services Monthly premium (based on MAGI) $183 deductible 20% coinsurance on doctors services and outpatient care Source: Medicare.gov,
25 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medicare Part B: Monthly Premiums IF YOUR YEARLY INCOME IN 2015 WAS: YOU PAY (2017) Filed individual tax return Filed joint tax return $85,000 or less $170,000 or less $109.00* $85,001 $107,000 $170,001 - $214,000 $ $107,001 $160,000 $214,001 - $320,000 $ $160,001 $214,000 $320,001 - $428,000 $ above $214,000 above $428,000 $ *If protected by the hold-harmless provision; otherwise, it s $134. Source: Medicare.gov,
26 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medicare Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage Available two ways: Stand-alone Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) Through Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPDs) ALL people with Medicare can get Part D Open Enrollment October 15 to December 7, 2017: Other enrollment times based on circumstance Coverage begins January 1,
27 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medicare Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage (2017) You pay Medicare pays 95% Medicare benefit (catastrophic coverage) Beneficiary pays 5% (min. co pay) $3.30 generic or $8.25 brand $4,950 out-of-pocket reached $7,425 in total drug costs The donut hole is large and expensive 100% No Medicare coverage in donut hole Beneficiary pays 100% 40% of the cost for brand name medications 51% of the cost of generic medications 75% Medicare benefit (initial coverage) $3,700 in total drug costs Beneficiary pays 25% or flat co-pay amounts based on formulary $400 Deductible Beneficiary pays 100% or $400 Source: Medicare.gov,
28 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 1 Medigap: Medicare supplemental insurance Pay only after Original Medicare (Parts A & B) Flexibility to see any doctor who accepts Medicare Open Enrollment Six months beginning with Part B effective date at age 65 or older 28
29 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Cost of Medicare Premiums Monthly Annual Medicare Part A $0 $0 Medicare Part B $109.00* $1, Medicare Part D $42.17 $ Medigap Plan F $2, Total per person $ $3, Total per couple $ $7, *If protected by the hold-harmless provision; otherwise, it s $ This grid shows you the actual cost of premiums based on investor s annual income below $170,000 married filed jointly. This is for illustrative purposes only. 1 Medicare.gov, Kaiser Family Foundation. Medicare Part D: A First Look at Plan Offerings in Medicare.gov., Median cost for Medigap Supplement Plan F in Columbus, Ohio. Ranges from $124-$
30 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 2 Medicare Part C: Medicare Advantage Plans Offered by private companies to replace Original Medicare and secondary insurance Numerous options by county: Managed Care (HMO/PPO) Non-Managed Care (PFFS/MSA) Most plans include Part D benefit (MA-PD) continued > 30
31 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Option 2 Medicare Part C: Medicare Advantage Plans (continued) Uncovered hearing, dental, and vision may be covered Costs may increase for out-of-network doctors Available to those: As an alternative to Parts A & B That live within the plan s service area (county) That do NOT have End Stage Renal Disease Enrollees pay Part B premium and any other applicable costs 31
32 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Applying for Medicare Enrollment is automatic if clients get Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits prior to Medicare eligibility All others must apply with Social Security (or Railroad Retirement) during their seven-month Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) Three months before 65th birthday Month of 65th birthday Three months after 65th birthday The sooner, the better. 32
33 UNDERSTANDING HEALTH CARE Leverage these health care planning resources Medicare MEDICARE Eldercare.org State Health Insurance Programs (SHIP) Benefitscheckup.org Social Security Administration
34 Creating a plan to address health care costs 34
35 HELPING CLIENTS CREATE A PLAN Americans underestimate retirement health care costs The majority of pre-retirees have underestimated the cost of health care in retirement Help your clients eliminate the guesswork with a personalized Health Care Cost Assessment from Nationwide 35
36 START WITH A HEALTH CARE COST ASSESSMENT Determine individual health care costs Assessments available in the market Powered by calculations from some of the world s leading actuarial firms Provides personalized estimates of possible long-term care expenses Could also include estimates for annual Medicare and out-of-pocket expenses 36 36
37 CREATING A PLAN TO ADDRESS HEALTH CARE COSTS Personalized Health Care Cost Assessment HEALTH PROFILE LONGEVITY AVERAGE ANNUAL EXPENSES FOR HEALTH CARE IMPACT OF NOT TAKING ACTION 37 37
38 CREATING A PLAN TO ADDRESS HEALTH CARE COSTS Personalized Health Care Cost Assessment HEALTH PROFILE LONGEVITY AVERAGE ANNUAL EXPENSES FOR HEALTH CARE IMPACT OF NOT TAKING ACTION 38 38
39 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 39 39
40 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 40
41 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 41
42 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 42 42
43 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 43 43
44 HEALTH CARE AND LTC COST ASSESSMENT 44
45 Summary The retirement income challenge Understanding the health care opportunity Creating a plan to address health care costs 45
46 Nationwide Retirement Institute Regional Vice Presidents Retirement Institute Income Planning Team Phone: Fax:
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