The rising cost of prescription medications can be a significant burden for seniors living on fixed incomes, but thankfully, help is available.
The rising cost of prescription medications can be a significant burden for seniors living on fixed incomes, but thankfully, help is available.
Long term care for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is expensive. To be able to provide the best care possible, it’s important to plan ahead for future care costs. HealthMarkets explains what Medicare does and doesn’t cover for Alzheimer’s and dementia care. As of 2019, an estimated 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. And the…
Choosing the right Medicare plan can be confusing. Best Company explains how Medicare plans work and the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. Medicare can be challenging to navigate, especially if you’re unfamiliar with how it works. One of the initial decisions to make is choosing between Original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage plan. Many search for Medicare supplement plans…
Because heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., preventive cardiovascular care is essential for older adults. Medigap.com explains what Medicare does and doesn’t cover for heart disease and cardiovascular health. 1 in every 4 deaths in the United States are related to heart disease – the top cause of death in America for both men and women.…
Keeping Medicare costs low can be a confusing challenge. But avoiding three common mistakes helps prevent increased premiums and higher costs. MedicareAdvantage.com explains what these mistakes are and how to avoid them to save money while getting the best health care. Many believe they’ll begin saving money on health care costs once they transition to Medicare. But not following certain Medicare…
It’s almost time to re-enroll or change Medicare plans for next year. To help you make informed decisions about your older adult’s healthcare coverage, MedicareFAQ reminds us about important deadlines for 2021 coverage, explains 4 essential coverage areas to review, and shares 5 Medicare changes expected in 2021. Medicare is constantly making changes to its policies, plans, and benefits. With Medicare’s…
The time to re-enroll or change Medicare plans is right around the corner. To help you plan ahead and make informed decisions to maximize your older adult’s health benefits, MedicareFAQ shares information about the 3 biggest changes coming to Medicare Advantage plans in 2021. Now that we’re getting closer to Medicare enrollment periods, information on the upcoming 2021 changes has recently…
It’s scary to think about getting sick with COVID-19. Seniors and caregivers are also worried about what insurance will cover related to coronavirus and how to safely access routine medical care and prescription drugs. MedicareFAQ explains the changes that Medicare has made to help beneficiaries get the health care they need during this national health emergency. The spread of COVID-19 throughout…
Keeping eyes healthy and catching vision problems early helps seniors stay as independent as possible. HealthMarkets explains what types of eye care are covered by Medicare and additional options for vision care. According to the World Health Organization, 80% of blindness is preventable. But for seniors with Medicare, it may be confusing to figure out if vision care is covered by…
Prescription medications are a significant cost for most seniors. That’s especially true if they fall into the Medicare Part D coverage gap known as the “donut hole.” That’s when drug costs can skyrocket because they’re not covered. FamilyWize shares 5 expert tips on how seniors can afford to pay for prescriptions when they’re in the Medicare donut hole. For many people,…
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