Senior Living Blog
Medicare Website Can Help In Choosing A Nursing Home
When you hear about Medicare, you probably think of the federal program that helps pay for older adults’ health care. What you may not realize is that another of Medicare’s major responsibilities is to inspect health care facilities to make sure that patients receive safe and high-quality care. Among those facilities are the nation’s more […]
March 5, 2019
CMS Projects Health Costs To Rise Over Next Decade
National health expenditure growth is expected to average 5.5 percent annually from 2018-2027, reaching nearly $6.0 trillion by 2027, according to a report published today by the independent Office of the Actuary at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
March 4, 2019
See What Medicare Covers With Free App
Let’s say you go for your annual physical and your doctor recommends that you get a hearing and balance test. Or an electrocardiogram (EKG). Or a Hepatitis B screening. Does your Original Medicare cover these services? Now there’s a quick way to find out, using your smartphone or tablet. It’s Medicare’s new “What’s Covered” app […]
February 20, 2019
Improve Your Health With Flaxseed Fiber
In a new study of mice, researchers found the mechanism through which flaxseed-derived fiber can improve health and, more specifically, prevent obesity. Read More… Powered by NewsAPI.org
February 6, 2019
How To Keep Your Medicare Costs Down in 2019
Most doctors accept Medicare as full payment for their services. But some accept it only for certain services, and others don’t accept it at all.
January 16, 2019
Diabetes: Are you over-monitoring your blood sugar?
Diabetes: Are you over-monitoring your blood sugar? New evidence shows that many people with type 2 diabetes test their blood sugar levels too often, which costs hundreds of dollars a year. Read More… Powered by NewsAPI.org
December 13, 2018
7 Tips To Managing Holiday Stress
Parties, shopping, cooking, cleaning, entertaining and unwelcome guests — from Christmas to New Years, the festivities present a dizzying array of demands. For many, the stress of the holidays results in fatigue, insomnia, illness, anxiety and depression, rather than peace and joy.
December 5, 2018
What You Need To Know About 2018 Medicare Part B Rates and IRMAA
If you have higher income, the law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. Higher-income beneficiaries pay higher premiums for Part B and prescription drug coverage. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare, so most people don’t pay a higher premium.
October 8, 2018
Progress Update On New Medicare Cards
Here is an important update provided by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as they continue to successfully mail newly-designed Medicare cards with the new Medicare Number.
September 20, 2018
What You Need To Know About Medicare’s Annual Election Period and Open Enrollment Period
Navigating Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP) and Open Enrollment Period (OEP) can be crucial for ensuring you have the right coverage for your healthcare needs. These periods offer the opportunity to review, change, or enhance your Medicare plans, but understanding the differences and timing is key to making the best decisions. Our experienced team is […]
September 17, 2018