2022-01-05 15:17
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2021-12-07 17:23
Medicare supplements, like Medigap Plan N, are additional insurance Medicare beneficiaries can purchase to help cover some of the out-of-pocket costsOut-of-Pocket Costs for Medicare are the… Read More
2021-12-07 14:05
Medicare covers genetic tests when a patient has signs or symptoms that can be further clarified by diagnostic testing. Some genetic tests that determine a patient’s ability to metabol… Read More
2021-12-06 18:10
If you’re someone who is hard of hearing and in need of a hearing aid, you might be wondering if it’s covered by Medicare. After all, hearing aids can be expensive. You&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-12-06 17:35
Medicare doesn’t pay for dentures, implants, and other types of dental devices. Medicare Part AMedicare Part A is hospital coverage for Medicare beneficiaries. It covers inpatient care… Read More
2021-11-23 16:51
Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Med… Read More
2021-11-23 16:29
Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Med… Read More
2021-11-23 16:11
Bone density tests are used the measure the amount of calcium and other trace minerals in your bones with x-rays. The results of these will help your doctor determine if you are at risk of a… Read More
2021-11-23 16:02
Most of us need corrective lenses to see clearly as we age and both eyeglasses and contact lenses can be expensive. Unfortunately, Medicare doesn’t cover the cost of glasses or contact… Read More
2021-11-22 17:16
Medicare covers eye surgery when it is medically necessaryServices or supplies that are needed for the diagnosis or treatment of your medical condition and meet accepted standards of medical… Read More
2021-11-17 18:02
If you have a medical emergencyWhen you believe you have an injury or illness that requires immediate medical attention to prevent a disability or death...., Medicare covers transportation t… Read More
2021-11-17 17:37
Medicare covers counseling and other mental health services provided by a licensed and certified mental health professional. This includes counseling during inpatient careInpatient care refe… Read More
2021-11-17 16:53
In most cases, braces and other orthodontic care are not covered by Medicare. However, if an accident or disease requires a medically necessaryServices or supplies that are needed for the di… Read More
2021-11-17 16:37
Although most of us are age 65 and over when we get our Medicare benefits, there are over 9 million people under the age of 65 with Medicare. For many of these 9 million people, birth contro… Read More
2021-11-12 19:10
Medicare covers breast reduction surgery when it is medically necessaryServices or supplies that are needed for the diagnosis or treatment of your medical condition and meet accepted standar… Read More
2021-11-12 17:58
Medicare covers bariatric surgery for beneficiaries diagnosed with morbid obesity. Weight loss surgery is considered when a person’s obesity has been detrimental to their health and al… Read More
2021-11-12 17:19
Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Med… Read More
2021-11-12 04:30
Medicare covers acupuncture treatments for chronic lower back pain. Medicare Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, pr… Read More
2021-08-26 14:00
Medicare Has PremiumsA premium is an amount that an insurance policyholder must pay for coverage. Premiums are typically paid on a monthly basis. In the federal Medicare program, there are f… Read More
2021-07-24 13:36
In Medicare Mistake #9 we talked about how expensive it can be to go out-of-network in a Medicare Advantage plan and what you can do about it. Similarly, retiring can also be costly with Med… Read More
2021-07-17 16:06
In Medicare Mistake #8 we explained the importance of understanding your coverage and reviewing it annually. In this installment of our Medicare Mistakes Series, we want to explain how costl… Read More
2021-07-16 17:28
In Medicare Mistake #5 we talked about why the best plan for your spouse or friend might not be the best plan for you. In this Medicare Mistakes article, we’ll address the importance o… Read More
2021-07-08 17:51
In Medicare Mistake #4 we talked about why Medicare Advantage isn’t the best option for people with chronic health issues, and how Medicare supplement insuranceMedicare Supplements are… Read More
2021-07-07 18:06
Medicare offers all of its beneficiaries the ability to gain access to quality health care regardless of their race, color, creed, economic status, or health condition. As we discussed in th… Read More
2021-07-04 16:10
Medicare health insurance is a very personal product. And, other than a household discount from some Medicare supplement companies, there are no discounts for choosing the same plan as your… Read More
2021-07-03 17:33
If you are a healthy senior, choosing a Medicare plan at age 65 is relatively straightforward. But what if you have chronic health issues? In the fourth article of our Medicare Mistake… Read More
2021-07-02 16:13
In Mistake #2 of the Medicare Mistakes Series, we addressed forgetting to enroll in Medicare at age 65, but we skimmed over the issue of not enrolling if you are still working and have… Read More
2021-07-02 16:13
In Mistake #2 of the Medicare Mistakes Series, we addressed forgetting to enroll in Medicare at age 65, but we skimmed over the issue of not enrolling if you are still working and have… Read More
2021-07-01 17:07
In our first article in the Medicare Mistakes Series, we dispelled a common misconception that Medicare health coverage is free. In Mistake #2, we’re going to address an equally import… Read More
2021-07-01 17:07
In our first article in the Medicare Mistakes Series, we dispelled a common misconception that Medicare health coverage is free. In Mistake #2, we’re going to address an equally import… Read More
2021-06-29 21:18
Many people mistakenly believe that Medicare is free for retirees and people with disabilities. After all, during all of the years that we work we paid Medicare taxes, right? So, why isn&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-05-17 13:39
Choose the Coverage You Need First, not the Insurance Company. There are dozens of companies that sell Medicare supplement insurance, so how do you know which company to choose? Rest assured… Read More
2021-05-08 22:31
Do Medigap Plans Have Any Disadvantages? Approximately 30% of people in Original Medicare have Medicare supplements. Many people look at the cost and wonder if Medicare supplement insurance… Read More
2021-05-08 20:34
How Can Medicare Advantage Plans Have A $0 Premium? Are there free Medicare Advantage plans? It seems impossible, doesn’t it? In the day and age when people struggle to… Read More
2021-05-06 21:26
It pays to understand what Medicare Advantage offers before you switch from Original Medicare If you have ever had a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plan or a Preferred Provider Organi… Read More
2021-05-06 19:37
Medicare’s Maximum Out-of-Pocket Limit is a Serious Liability Depending on the coverage selections you’ve made, your Medicare benefits may have low out-of-pocket… Read More
2021-05-04 19:26
Medicare Advantage plans are organized and sold county-by-county. The reason for this, versus national plans, is that most private health insurance use provider networks, whic… Read More
2021-05-02 17:22
What is the Difference Between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage Plans? There are many differences between Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) and Medicare Advant… Read More
2021-05-01 15:18
What is Covered Under Medicare Advantage Plans? By law, all Medicare Advantage (MA) plans must provide the same basic healthcare services for inpatient care and outp… Read More
2021-04-27 18:00
If you are new to Medicare, you might find the cost structure confusing. This is particularly true when it comes to Medicare Advantage plans. So, in this MedicareWire article, we’… Read More
2021-04-21 18:01
Most doctors in the USA participate in the Medicare program in one form or another. It’s a very small percentage that doesn’t. However, not all doctors participate in the same wa… Read More
2021-04-21 01:59
If you are getting your Medicare benefits for the first time, the jargon may sound foreign, but you don’t need Medicare for Dummies to figure it out. Once you learn… Read More
2021-04-19 16:00
When Can You Sign Up For Medicare Advantage Plans? Medicare Advantage (aka, Medicare Part C) and Medicare Part D plans have several different enrollment periods. The most well-known per… Read More
2021-04-18 18:31
Here are the five top reasons that it’s better to have a Medigap Plan F, G, or N policy and keep your Original Medicare benefits for life: All of your major healthcare expenses are cov… Read More
2021-04-09 18:06
One of the more common questions we get here at MedicareWire is, “How do I choose a Medicare Advantage plan?” In this article, we’ll go over some of the most important aspe… Read More
2021-04-08 18:39
Have you ever wondered what the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) star ratings mean and how to use them to choose a health plan? In this Medicare… Read More
2021-03-16 14:15
Medicare is the government medical insurance plan for older adult Americans. Medicare is the government medical insurance plan for older adult America… Read More
2021-03-15 16:39
While shopping for Medicare health insurance, most people want to know “What is the big difference between Medicare supplements and Medicare advantage plans?&r&hell…Read More
2021-03-14 20:58
One of the top benefits of most Medicare Advantage plans is they bundle in prescription drug coverage. We get a lot of questions from readers wanting to know if they can get prescription dru… Read More
2021-03-14 20:33
Medicare covers many common laboratory tests and diagnostics needed to keep you healthy or diagnose a symptom. This includes many blood tests for things like he… Read More
2021-03-14 19:09
There are four different parts to the Medicare program. From its inception in 1965, it has been a government-run health insurance program for seniors aged 65 and people with d… Read More
2021-03-10 05:25
As people grow older, it’s common for them to suffer from vision-related problems. So, as you’re researching Medicare and all that it offers, you may question if Medicare co… Read More
2021-03-10 04:47
What is Medicare? Medicare is health insurance for adults aged 65 or older and those with certain disabilities. Medicare Part A (hospital inpatient coverage) and Med… Read More
2021-03-09 19:44
The federal Medicare program is a series of lettered (A, B, C, and D) medical insurance plans available to people, age 65 and older, and certain adults with qualifying disabilities. Medicare… Read More
2021-02-17 16:37
The National Eye Institute reports the risk of suffering from cataracts increases significantly after the age of 40. For this reason, the number of cataract cases in the United States has in… Read More
2021-02-15 16:37
The flu shot is a preventive option for influenza. While many insurance plans make people pay a co-pay for the flu shot, when people turn 65 years old, they may be able to get it for free. B… Read More
2021-02-08 16:44
If you’re approaching retirement, you may ask yourself, “When does Medicare start?” This article will help you understand when your Medicare benefits will begin. Initial En… Read More
2021-02-08 16:09
One of the most common questions Medicare members ask online is, “Does Medicare cover dental?” The answer is no. Medicare does not cover dental care, dental procedures, or suppli… Read More
2021-02-01 02:50
Medicare supplement insurance premiums continue to increase. The increases have a lot to do with changes brought about by the Affordable Care Act (aka, Obama) and how these changes af… Read More
2020-11-15 16:44
While studying Medicare & You 2021: The official U.S. government Medicare handbook to look for changes coming in the new year (which you can download here), the MedicareWire staff began… Read More
2020-11-10 19:08
If you are about to make plan election choices for yourself or a loved one, you might find yourself asking what are the advantages and disadvantages of Medicare Advantage plans? In this Medi… Read More
2020-11-09 18:10
One of the most common questions we get here at MedicareWire is, “are Medicare Advantage plans bad?” In my experience, this question comes up because people ask their friends, ne… Read More
2020-10-16 20:42
Medicare Advantage plans expanded into dozens of new counties for the 2021 plan year. With the expansion in plans also came the news that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)… Read More
2020-10-15 22:26
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 out of 3 people in the United States will contract shingles in their lives. While many only get it once, some people contract it multiple… Read More
2020-09-12 23:10
Everything you need to know about Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP) dates, costs, eligibility, and opportunities to change your Medicare insurance coverage this Fall. What’… Read More
2020-09-11 16:21
Does Medicare Cover Physical Therapy? If you’re covered by Medicare and have an illness or injury that requires physical therapy, you may wonder, “what does Medicare cover?&rdquo&hell…Read More
2020-09-09 14:33
Does Medicare Cover Eye Exams? With Original Medicare, you have coverage for all of the routine checkups and preventative care you need. But what about your eyes? If you are wondering if you… Read More
2020-09-09 13:08
Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids? If you’re someone who’s hard of hearing and in need of financial assistance, you’ve probably asked yourself this. After all, hearing aids… Read More
2020-09-07 13:00
Does Medicare cover chiropractic costs? If you’ve recently injured your back or are struggling with chronic pain, you might find it helpful to go to a chiropractor and receiv… Read More
2020-09-04 15:22
People with dementia often have a hard time comprehending the world around them. They forget easily, so when they are told they will be moving, they don’t remember. As the process begi… Read More
2020-09-03 15:44
What Is Hospice Care at Home Many people wish to spend their final days at home, not in a hospital or assisted living facility. To do that, they need an increasing amount of medical care as… Read More
2020-09-02 16:23
Nursing homes are expensive with an average cost in the United States of $7,698 per month (2020 average). Most people cannot afford this expense, but they are in desperate need of the servic… Read More
2020-09-01 17:01
As people age, their risk of becoming injured or ill increases, and hospital stays may not always be the best solution for recovery. Being able to be at home for healing is much more comfort… Read More
2020-08-31 17:04
Assisted living and independent living are very different. Assisted living is when someone receives assistance with their daily living tasks, including bathing, grooming, cooking, cleaning… Read More
2020-08-28 18:03
Most people do not want to stay in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, assisted living facility, or rehabilitation facility for weeks or even months recovering from an illness or injury. T… Read More
2020-07-07 17:37
What You Must Know to Avoid Financial Ruin & Get What You Deserve Sixty million people (51 million seniors and 9 million adults with disabilities) use Medicare for their health insurance… Read More
2020-07-06 19:37
Original Medicare provides decent health insurance coverage for your major medical, but it doesn’t cover everything. However, you have the option to fill most of the coverage gaps by p… Read More
2020-06-19 21:46
There is a lot of confusion about the open enrollment period for supplemental Medicare insurance (aka, Medigap). In this brief article, we’ll answer the two most common questions, incl… Read More
2020-06-16 19:27
What is the Average Cost of Supplemental Insurance for Medicare? One of the most frequent questions we get about supplemental Medicare insurance “what is the average cost of a Me… Read More
2020-06-11 21:27
What is Medicare Plan N? Medicare Supplemental Plan N is one of the ten standardized Medigap plans. Although it is one of the newest plans available, Medicare Plan N is quickly becoming a fa… Read More
2020-05-10 19:06
High Deductible Medicare Plan F is a version of regular Medicare Plan F in which you pay all costs until spending reaches the annual deductible. According to Medicare.gov, this plan is only… Read More
2020-05-08 19:00
We often get questions from people about to retire who are concerned about their budget. This is understandable because a fixed budget can put the squeeze on your finances. Recently I got a… Read More
2020-05-02 18:51
When Can I Change My Medicare Supplemental Insurance Plan? Unlike Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D, there isn’t an Annual Election Period (open enrollment) for Medicare supplemen… Read More
2020-04-28 18:42
What Are The Best Medicare Supplement Plans? When shopping and comparing Medicare supplement plans, the most important thing to understand is the amount of coverage you need. The reason for… Read More
2020-04-26 18:28
When you’re first eligible for Medicare (Parts A and B), you also have a one-time opportunity to apply for Medicare supplement insurance without having to go through medical underwriti… Read More
2020-04-07 20:46
Which is Better: Medicare Plan F vs. G If you’re wondering which Medicare Supplement plan is the best, Plan F vs. Plan G, you’re in the right place. We’re going to answer t… Read More
2020-03-17 22:06
Medicare supplements, also called Medigap plans, are supplemental insurance policies for people with Original Medicare. Unlike Medicare Advantage plans, which completely replace your traditi… Read More
2020-03-16 19:15
The high deductible version of Medicare Plan G has the same coverage benefits as the regular Medigap Plan G, but you pay all costs until your Medicare-approved costs reach the annual deducti… Read More
2020-03-10 18:16
Nearly 11 million Medicare beneficiaries use Medicare Supplement insurance to cover the gaps in their traditional Medicare coverage. Also known as Medigap plans, supplemental Medicare polici… Read More
2020-03-06 18:00
Many seniors are shocked to learn that Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) only pays about 80% of Medicare-covered costs and that there’s no out of pocket maximum on the costs that b… Read More
2020-02-26 22:25
A Medicare Supplement plan is additional insurance that works in conjunction with Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B benefits. There are 10 standardized plans, A to N. Each lettered plan of… Read More
2020-02-20 14:38
Here at MedicareWire, we are not insurance agents. We do not sell Medicare supplement plans or any other type of insurance. We are educators and senior advocates. Our job is to make sure tha… Read More
2020-02-16 19:50
The 2010s are behind us and with the new decade comes a big change in Medicare. As of 1 January 2020, Medicare Plan F is no longer available to people getting their Medicare benefits for the… Read More
2020-02-12 20:00
Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage: Which is Better? Before 2003, when Medicare added the private health insurance option, known as Medicare Advantage, seniors only had two options:… Read More
2020-01-26 20:55
If you’re turning age 65 this year, Medicare Plan G is the most comprehensive Medicare supplement you can buy. It’s also the most popular. You might be thinking that Plan F is th… Read More
2020-01-15 22:13
Finding the 10 Best Supplemental Insurance Companies Here at MedicareWire, we are not insurance agents. We do not sell Medicare supplement plans or any other type of insurance. We are educat… Read More
2020-01-07 00:47
You might be healthy now, but chances are you’re going to need some help taking care of yourself as you get older. In fact, if you’re turning 65-years-old this year you can expec… Read More
2019-12-10 00:17
Medicare and Social Security are the social safety net programs we all pay into during the years we work. Designed to assist seniors and disabled individuals, together the programs fill the… Read More
2019-12-04 18:36
One of the most common questions we get at MedicareWire.com is, “Is Medicare free?” The answer all depends on your personal situation. In this frequently asked questions blog pos… Read More
2019-12-03 18:49
In this MedicareWire article, we’ll do our best to help you understand which type of Medicare insurance is right for you. Our Medicare system is full of options, and deciding… Read More
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