Medicare & COVID-19 Vaccines – What You Need to Know
Posted: July 21, 2021
Medicare covers the cost of being vaccinated against COVID-19 for all FDA-authorized vaccines. You will not owe a copay or deductible, and you cannot be charged for being vaccinated against this deadly virus. If you have not yet been vaccinated, or you were charged to get the injections, your provider may have delivered other services or may have made an error by charging you for...
Does Medicare Pay for Nursing Homes?
Posted: July 6, 2021
There may come a time in the life of an elderly person when a nursing home is the best option. Many older persons are living with a range of age-related conditions that must be managed professionally. Medicare offers some strong advantages for senior healthcare, but not all Medicare plans will help cover the cost of placing your relative in a nursing home. Original Medicare and...
Do I Need More Insurance If I Have Medicare?
Posted: June 21, 2021
If your income is very low, you may not need more health insurance than Medicare. Low-income individuals who are eligible for Medicare may also qualify for Medicaid – a joint federal and state low-income assistance program. For people who have both, Medicaid will pick up where Medicare coverage leaves off. Full Medicaid beneficiaries can receive dental, vision, long-term care, and other services Medicare does not...
What Happens to my Regular Health Insurance When I get Medicare?
Posted: June 10, 2021
When you reach age 65, you gain an advantage – you are eligible for Medicare. If you already have health insurance through your employer, through your spouse, or purchased as an individual, it can help to know how Medicare will affect that health insurance. When you sign up with Medicare, it is advised that you get assistance from a local insurance agent, as the process...
Replacing or Updating Your Medicare Beneficiary Card
Posted: June 6, 2021
Your Medicare card is a sensitive, personal record that should be kept in a safe place at all times. But life happens, and sometimes Medicare cards get lost, stolen, or damaged. Life circumstances can also change, such as your name or address, and a Medicare card may need to be updated. How do you go about replacing or updating your Medicare beneficiary card? Continuing reading...