If you’re under 65 and already on Medicare, there may be a lot more Medicare benefits for you than you ever imagined. If you are under the age of 65, you can be eligible for Medicare if: You’ve received Social Security Disability Insurance checks for at least 24 months. OR you’ve been diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESDR) OR you have Lou Gehrig’s disease (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS) [...]
There is a lot to consider when becoming eligible for Medicare, and many people question if they make the right decision, selecting the best plan for their needs. If you have enrolled in Medicare but are wondering if there is something better out there for you, the Open Enrollment period is your time to investigate this further. For everything you need to know about Medicare Open Enrollment Period, read [...]
As you begin considering different Medicare Plans, one important factor is finding a doctor near you that accepts Medicare. As you start researching, do your homework! Check with your local clinic, hospital, and doctors to see who accepts Medicare. You can do this at your upcoming appointments, checking with the doctor or at the front desk. Why should I see a doctor that accepts Medicare? Choosing a doctor that [...]
Life can be stressful. Between caring for loves ones, keeping an active social life, work, planning for retirement, taking care of a house, yard, chores, and working out….we barely have any time – or energy – left for ourselves. But how can we care for others, if we aren’t healthy ourselves? The answer is self-care! What is self-care? Simply put, self-care is paying attention to one’s own physical, mental, [...]
There is a lot to consider when becoming eligible for Medicare, and many people question if they make the right decision, selecting the best plan for their needs. If you have enrolled in Medicare but are wondering if there is something better out there for you, the Open Enrollment period is your time to investigate this further. For everything you need to know about Medicare Open Enrollment Period, read [...]
Your Medicare card is proof of your Medicare insurance. Once enrolled in Medicare, you’ll get your red, white, and blue Medicare card in the mail, usually 3 months before you turn 65 if you are automatically enrolled. Your Medicare card shows that you have Medicare health insurance, including whether you have Part A (Hospital Insurance), Part B (Medical Insurance) or both. Your Medicare card will also show the date [...]
Many people understand that they will start receiving Medicare when they turn 65. However, there are other criteria that qualify certain individuals under the age of 65, including disabilities. If you qualify for Social Security disability benefits, you may also qualify for Medicare to cover your medical expenses. If you receive a monthly benefit to help replace lost wages that result from your permanent disability, you might be eligible. To [...]
What is Medicare Part D? There are four parts of Medicare. In general: Inpatient hospital coverage = Medicare Part A Outpatient medical coverage = Medicare Part A Alternative benefit form to Original Medicare that offers extra benefits = Medicare Part C Prescription drug coverage = Medicare Part D Today, we will be looking further into Medicare Part D. What does Medicare Part D cover? Medicare Part D is the prescription [...]
There are four parts of Medicare. In general: Inpatient hospital coverage = Medicare Part A Outpatient medical coverage = Medicare Part B Alternative benefit form to Original Medicare that offers extra benefits = Medicare Part C Prescription drug coverage =Medicare Part D Today, we will be looking further into Medicare Part C. Medicare Part C is also known as Medicare Advantage. It’s an alternative benefit to Original Medicare. Medicare [...]