Finding a good doctor can be challenging. Many people change doctors over the years until they find one they trust, feel comfortable and confident with. So it’s no surprise that when we start to age into Medicare, we wonder – and worry – if our beloved doctor will accept Medicare. The truth is, not all doctors do accept Medicare for the patients they see. This can be problematic as it [...]
You’ve heard it a million times: exercise is good for you. So good in fact, that it’s something you should aim to do daily. The science is there. There are countless studies proving the countless health benefits associated with exercise. And truly, it becomes even more important as we age. On top of the benefits we’ve outlined below, physical activity will also help you maintain your independence as you age. [...]
Assisted living residences are housing facilities for people with disabilities or for adults who can’t or who choose not to live independently. They provide supervision and assistance with activities of daily living. The cost of Assisted Living Facilities nationwide can vary from $2,000 - $5,000 per month. This can obviously become costly quickly, forcing people to ask if Medicare will cover the assisted living. Medicare, a type of health insurance for [...]
Did you know you don’t have to be 65 to qualify for Medicare? That’s right, Medicare Disability Plans are issued to anyone that has been receiving Social Security Disability Income for 24 months. On the 25th month, you automatically get put on Medicare. But you get put on Original Medicare, Parts A and B only. And here’s the thing no one has taken the time to tell you. While Original [...]
A chiropractor is a health care professional who performs adjustments (also referred to as manipulations) to the spine or other areas of the body. Their goal is to correct alignment of the body and ease pain. Many people visit a chiropractor to treat back pain, neck pain or even headaches. This can be a preventative service, or as result of a bad injury or accident. As chiropractor treatment methods become [...]
Medicare can cover a lot of needs as you age. Even still, sometimes it gets a bad rap because of what it doesn’t cover. Because these are needs many of us have, or will have, as we age, it’s important to know what Medicare won’t cover. Here are 4 things to keep in mind: Hearing Aids It’s estimated that nearly two-thirds of people over the age of 70 are affected [...]
You probably have so many questions when it comes to Medicare. What plan is best for you? When do you apply? What do the different Medicare Parts mean? What benefits am I eligible for? One question you might not have in mind at the beginning of the process, but might come up in the future, is whether not your Medicare plan will cover home health care. To be eligible for [...]
When it comes to eye care, coverage under Original Medicare is pretty hit or miss. This is why it is very important to refer to your plan to know if you are covered, and if you are, what is covered. As a reminder, there are 4 parts of Medicare. Part A covers inpatient hospital coverage. When it comes to vision, Part A will only cover when the condition is considered [...]
While they sound similar, Medicare and Medicaid are actually two entirely different programs. Both programs can help you pay for healthcare and medical expenses but are completely different in nature. Medicaid is a state and federal program that provides health coverage for low-income Americans regardless of their age. Medicare, on the other hand, is a federal health insurance program that guarantees coverage for individuals ages 65 and over and people [...]
As you begin to select the Medicare plan that will be best for you, questions will arise as to whether certain services are covered or not. If you are concerned about dental care, it’s important to know what is and isn’t covered. Does Medicare Cover Dental? Medicare Part A and Part B, also known as Original Medicare, does cover some dental care. However common dental care services such as your [...]