Do I Have to Retire to Be Eligible for Medicare?
Posted: September 21, 2021
The average retirement age is increasing because many households would not be able to maintain their standard of living in retirement. Meanwhile, healthcare costs continue to rise. Fortunately, you can enroll in Medicare while you are still working. You become eligible for Medicare at age 65, whether or not you are retired. What Are the Benefits of Enrolling In Medicare? Medicare makes healthcare very affordable....
Assisted Living Week 2021: Caring for Seniors and Americans with Disabilities
Posted: September 6, 2021
Next week is National Assisted Living Week. It runs from September 12 through September 18, 2021. The theme this year is “Compassion, Community, Caring.” This is a time to celebrate the individuals who reside and work in assisted living and the services these facilities provide. What Are Assisted Living Facilities? Assisted living facilities are residences for older adults and people with disabilities. They are designed...
Diagnosed With Cancer? Know Your Medicare Options
Posted: August 6, 2021
If you have been diagnosed with cancer, you probably know that treatment costs are high. This is why it is important to carefully consider your options under Medicare. Original Medicare Medicare coverage is divided into parts. Part A covers inpatient care (hospitalization). Part B covers outpatient care, such as doctor visits and lab work. Part D is purchased separately and covers the costs of prescription...
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...