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What Mental Health Services does Medicare Cover?
Mental health care is an important part of health care and seniors on Medicare may wonder what mental health services Medicare covers.
oralie
Mar 9, 20234 min read
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Can you Have Medicare in Two States?
If you have a second residence outside Hawaii or you plan to travel frequently you may be wondering: Can you Have Medicare in Two States?
oralie
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Pregnancy?
There are over one million disabled female Medicare recipients who are under the age of 65 and they are entitled to coverage for pregnancy.
oralie
Jan 18, 20233 min read
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When is Medicare Open Enrollment?
When is Medicare open enrollment? Two are two main times when kupuna can enroll in or switch their Medicare plan: The IEP and The AEP.
oralie
Oct 6, 20223 min read
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High Income Earner? Here are 4 Strategies to Help you Avoid the Medicare Part B Premium Surcharge
Are you a High Income Earner? Here are 4 Strategies to Help you Avoid the Medicare Part B Premium Surcharge (IRMAA)
oralie
Aug 18, 20223 min read
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What Are Medicare Part B Excess Charges and How Can You Avoid Them?
Medicare beneficiaries may pay Medicare Part B excess charges when they visit doctors or DME suppliers who don’t accept Medicare assignment.
oralie
Jul 8, 20223 min read
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What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Social Security?
What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Social Security? These federal programs are both similar and different.
oralie
Jun 23, 20223 min read
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How to Choose the Right Medicare Plan for Me
If you’re ready to sign up for Medicare or you want to switch plans, you may be wondering: how to choose the right Medicare plan for me?
oralie
Jun 8, 20224 min read
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How to Appeal Premium Surcharges If Your Income Drops After Enrolling in Medicare
High income Medicare beneficiaries pay the IRMAA. This is How to Appeal Premium Surcharges If Your Income Drops After Enrolling in Medicare.
oralie
May 11, 20223 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?
Does Medicare cover hearing aids? Sadly, Original Medicare (Part A & Part B) do not cover hearing aids but most Medicare Advantage plans do.
oralie
Apr 27, 20223 min read
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What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Both programs are semi-public health insurance schemes that serve different people.
oralie
Apr 20, 20223 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Arthritis Diagnosis and Treatment?
Does Medicare cover arthritis diagnosis and treatment? Let’s take a look at Medicare coverage for arthritis and rheumatology services.
oralie
Apr 14, 20223 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Heart Disease Care?
With so many Medicare beneficiaries requiring treatment for heart disease, it’s important to ask: does Medicare cover heart disease care?
oralie
Apr 6, 20223 min read
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What Disabilities Qualify for Medicare Under 65?
While Medicare was primarily created to serve kupuna, people with disabilities under the age of 65 may also qualify.
oralie
Mar 24, 20223 min read
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What Does Medicare Cover for Diabetics?
Original Medicare covers annual diabetes screening and wellness checks and durable medical equipment such as glucose testing monitors.
oralie
Mar 16, 20223 min read
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When Can I Enroll in a Medicare Supplement Plan?
In general, you will need to use your Open Enrollment Period or the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) to enroll in a Medicare Supplement Plan.
oralie
Mar 10, 20223 min read
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What Medical Supplies and Equipment Does Medicare Part B Cover?
Part B helps pay for durable medical equipment (DME) and supplies when they are prescribed for home use. What DME does Medicare cover?
oralie
Feb 16, 20223 min read
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Special Enrollment Periods for Medicare
Medicare allows seniors to enroll in or switch Medicare plans during Special Enrollment Periods when they have qualifying life events.
oralie
Feb 9, 20224 min read
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What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicare Managed Care?
What's the Difference Between Medicare and Medicare Managed Care? Medicare Managed Care plans must include all services in Original Medicare
oralie
Feb 2, 20223 min read
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Does Medicare Cover a Nutritionist / Nutrition Counseling?
Seniors with one of three approved health conditions may qualify for medical nutrition therapy (MNT) services through their Part B coverage.
oralie
Jan 12, 20223 min read
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