When you enroll in Medicare, you have options for the type of health plan you want. The first choice is whether to go with Original Medicare or to choose a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C). If you decide to select a Medicare Advantage Plan, the next decision is which plan
Medicare scams in the USA are on the rise. It is essential to be aware of the types of scams out there, so you don’t fall prey to scammers who want your personal information. When criminals are successful with Medicare abuse and fraud, it means higher taxes and healthcare costs
Under Medicare Part B, medically necessary durable medical equipment (DME) is covered. Some of the items Medicare covers include walkers, canes, nebulizers and nebulizer medication, suction pumps, blood sugar meters, and more. Medicare covers DME in a few different ways, and depending on the equipment you need, you might have
If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, you should be aware of some of the changes made this year, which include expanded coverage. Medicare Advantage plans provide more types of coverage than Original Medicare, which is why many senior adults often opt for these plans. Keep reading to learn more
Many senior adults use their retirement years to fulfill their dreams of traveling abroad. With the summer approaching, you may be ready to book your next adventure abroad. However, if you rely on Medicare for health insurance, you may wonder how it works when you are outside the USA. In
If you have employer-sponsored health insurance and you will soon be eligible for Medicare, you may be wondering what will happen to it once coverage kicks in. The short answer is yes, you can keep both the coverage provided by your employer as well as your Medicare. You can also
If you are approaching the time to enroll in Medicare, take the time to gather the documentation the agency requires. Medicare allows you to enroll online, by phone, or in person at a local Social Security office. The documentation needed will depend on whether you already receive Social Security benefits.
Medicare has an “income-related monthly adjustment.” What does that mean to you? If you are a higher income earner, you will pay more for Medicare Part B, which covers doctor and outpatient care, and a range of other services. Essentially, if you are a higher-income earner, you will be required
Aging affects the brain as well as the rest of the body. With advanced age comes a decline in sensorimotor function and control. This can affect gait, balance, fine motor control, and the ability to perform activities of daily living. Seniors who lose these abilities may not be able to
When you enroll in Medicare, you receive a red, white, and blue Medicare card. This is your main card for Medicare. Keep it safe, whether you have Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan. If you are already receiving Social Security benefits, you are automatically enrolled in Medicare, and your
