Medicare

  • Getting Health Insurance Coverage Before Medicare Eligibility

    Finding affordable health insurance before age 65 can be tricky, but there are ways to avoid letting your coverage lapse.

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  • How to Pay for Home Care

    Home care payment options include Medicare and Medicaid plans, but VA benefits and long-term care insurance may also help pay for care.

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  • What’s the Difference Between Skilled Nursing Care and a Nursing Home?

    Confusion often arises surrounding use of the term “skilled nursing.” Understanding the terminology used in the long-term care industry is an important first step in determining viable care options for an aging loved one.

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  • What Happens if You Miss the Deadline for Medicare Open Enrollment?

    If you missed Medicare Open Enrollment’s deadline on December 7, there are still a few options available to help you make the most of your coverage.

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  • How to Spot Medical Billing Errors and Reduce Out-of-Pocket Expenses

    Medical billing errors are surprisingly common, and it is up to you to be diligent about understanding your health insurance coverage and correcting inaccuracies. Know what red flags to look for and how to handle errors before you pay the bills.

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  • 7 Things to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment

    Learning how the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period works will help you weigh your options and choose the best health coverage for yourself or a loved one.

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  • Tips for Choosing the Right Medicare Advantage Plan

    Discover strategies for selecting the best Medicare Advantage plan for you during Medicare's Annual Election Period, which runs from October 15, 2015 until December 7, 2016.

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  • Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?

    For seniors who are living with hearing loss, devices like hearing aids can facilitate communication, boost their confidence and desire to socialize, and increase overall quality of life. Unfortunately, hearing aids are often paid for out of pocket.

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  • How to Spot Medical Billing Errors and Appeal Health Insurance Claims

    Reports estimate that between 75 and 80 percent of medical bills contain errors that cost patients and caregivers thousands of dollars. Learn how to prevent these billing mistakes and dispute them with health care providers and insurance companies.

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  • 8 Government Resources Every Caregiver Should Know About

    Federal, state and local governments offer many services and benefits for seniors and their caregivers, but few people know these resources exist or how to access them. This is your go-to guide for elderly assistance programs.

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  • A Complete Guide to Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies

    Sometimes the need for aids is immediately apparent, for example, in the case of a broken hip. Other times the need appears gradually. Be alert to the potential need for an assistive device, as seniors commonly try to downplay changes in their abilities.

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  • Does Medicare Cover Palliative Care at Home?

    When a senior loved one is receiving palliative care at home, different parts of Medicare will cover different items and services.

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  • Delaying Medicare Enrollment Could Cost You

    It can be tempting for seniors to avoid enrolling in Medicare programs that provide coverage they don’t currently want or need, but health care needs can change quickly. While it’s possible to add additional coverage later on, it can be costly.

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  • Struggling to Pay for Medications? Consider the Medicare Extra Help Program

    Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D plans can mitigate the growing costs of prescription drugs, but many seniors cannot afford this additional coverage. The Extra Help program assists low-income individuals in paying for their premiums and medications.

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  • How to Take a ‘Vacation’ From a Long-Term Care Facility

    The rules that govern therapeutic leave for nursing home residents depend on how a how a senior’s care is being paid for. Avoid costly mistakes by learning about Medicare and Medicaid bed hold policies.

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  • New Medicare Cards to Help Reduce Fraud

    For years, Medicare cards have plainly displayed beneficiaries’ Social Security numbers, leaving millions of seniors vulnerable to identity theft. Fortunately, the government has implemented system improvements to protect this sensitive information.

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  • Managing a Loved One’s Health Care: Advice for the New Year

    It is important for seniors and their caregivers to stay on top of changes in health and medical coverage. A bit of foresight can go a long way for a busy caregiver on a budget.

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  • Extra Tips For Helping a Loved One Enroll in Medicare

    Every health care situation is unique, and this can make enrolling in Medicare even more complicated. Chances are help is available, but when in doubt, ask for assistance.

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  • How the New Medicare "Doc Fix" Law Will Affect Older Americans

    Lawmakers have finally passed a "doc fix" law that will change the way doctors participating in Medicare are paid. The new legislation also contains some measures that will affect older Americans.

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  • What’s on Your Medicare Wish List?

    If you could design a new Medicare plan from the ground up, what would you include? Discover how everyday Americans would alter one of the largest federal aid programs in the country.

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