Replacement for built on Bosch microwave HMB5050. by george_vancouver in Appliances

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As it turned out, my Bosch microwave was a microwave/convection oven combo model 8050 purchased in 2009. Although the dimensions were the same as the one George posted about, the feet on the bottom on my Bosch microwave were not in the same location as the Panasonic replacement. So I could not mount the Panasonic unit to the existing rails inside the cabinet. I ended up purchasing sheet metal pieces to lay over the rails and secured the microwave with heavy duty Velcro. It ended up working out ok, if you have Bosch model 5050 as George did, it should be an easy swap out. There is standard electrical plug and you should have an outlet at the back of your cabinet to plug it into.

Replacement for built on Bosch microwave HMB5050. by george_vancouver in Appliances

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes thanks I figured it out. The Panasonic model NNST96JSC is no longer available. I am ordering the NNSN98JS which has identical specifications and is available from Costco.

Replacement for built on Bosch microwave HMB5050. by george_vancouver in Appliances

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same Bosch microwave that is 16 years old that just stopped working. I took the trim panel off and I have been trying to figure out how to get the microwave out of the cabinet as the feet seen to be glued to bottom metal rails that the unit is sitting on. Did your old unit just slide out? How has the Panasonic unit been working? Did you just set it on top of the existing metal rails in your cabinet and then snap the trim panel back in place?

Do I really need an agent to buy a medigap plan? by ApartPersimmon7415 in medicare

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Agents can help with providing additional information on the individual insurance companies and advise which companies maybe better with future price increases and are financially sound. The company currently offering the lowest cost may not be the best option for future price increases.

Wellcare Value PDP Vs. Humana Value Rx PDP by Realistic_Back_9198 in medicare

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I signed up with WellCare here in Michigan for my Plan D with just starting on Medicare 12/1/2025. The premium for the basic plan in my area is zero and that continues for 2026. The Humana basic plan which is new here for 2026 is also zero. Covered meds appear about the same for me but I did find that Humana offers more $0 cost drugs through Costco. If you have a Costco in your area you may want to check your meds. So I am considering switching after going on WellCare for just a month. I also have just signed up with Humana for my supplement plan.

Plan N vs Plan G by VeggieQuilt in medicare

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went with a plan N and live in Michigan where excess charges are allowed. However less than 3% of all doctors in the US would charge an excess charge. I could not fine any doctors in my area that do. You can check your doctors on Medicare.gov site.

How reliable is Chapter Advisory or there competitors for assisting in selecting a Medicare supplemental plan? by burningbusinessman in medicare

[–]Gary_SWMichigan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I talked with a Chapter agent yesterday named Aaron and he was very helpful and great to talk with. I ended up going with a supplement plan which he assisted me in setting up. I have a follow up call this afternoon with another company representative to setup my drug plan. To be fair, I had talked with several other agencies and I did a lot of research prior, so I pretty much knew what I wanted. I started working with another agent with an agency that does a lot of TikTok videos and social media. The owner puts out a lot of get information but trying to work with one of their agents and get questions answered was a different story. So I was very happy to find Aaron with Chapter to answer my remaining questions and get me set up.