Published by: Medicare Rights Center All Medicare Advantage Plans must set an annual limit on your out-of-pocket costs, known as the maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP). This limit is high but it may protect you from excessive costs if you need a lot of care or expensive treatments. After reaching your MOOP, you will not owe cost-sharing […]
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Norway’s Constitution Day is quite a party! Published by: Visit Norway Brazil has its carnival, and Ireland has Saint Patrick’s Day. But what does Norway have? On the 17th of May, we celebrate the signing of the Constitution in 1814. In Norway, Constitution Day is huge. While many countries celebrate their national day with a
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Published by: PGIA Once you turn 65, it’s time to enroll in Medicare. But did you know that if you miss your original enrollment window, you can be subject to a penalty for late enrollment? It depends on the situation, but you could end up with higher premiums for life. First, let’s review the typical
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Flower Garden Design and Care Tips Published by: Almanac Time to replace that boring patch of lawn with a bright and beautiful flower garden! Let’s talk about how to start your first flower garden from scratch. We’re going to start small with some expert flower design tips to consider—plus advice for choosing, planting, and growing
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Coverage changes for COVID-19 Published by: Medicare The Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 ended on May 11, 2023. After May 11, 2023: Medicare will continue to cover vaccines without cost sharing. You might have cost-sharing for COVID-19 diagnostic tests. Medicare won’t cover over-the-counter (OTC) tests. Telehealth services will continue through December 31, 2024. Keep reading
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The United States, like some countries, holds Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May. However, many other nations celebrate the day on a different date. Published by: as A celebration that honors motherhood, Mother’s Day is held annually around the world on a range of different dates. It is observed on the second Sunday
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Look for deals on Mother’s Day and Memorial Day Published by: AARP As the days get warmer and longer this month, the deals from retailers get better. After two months without any major retail holidays, stores are prepping to welcome shoppers back with sales before Mother’s Day (May 14) and Memorial Day (May 29). Retailers
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Not everything that comes in a box, bag or can wreak havoc on a healthy diet Published by: AARP Americans love processed foods. A recent study by the NYU School of Global Public Health found that ultra-processed food consumption has risen across nearly every segment of the U.S. population over the past two decades and
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Published by: Medicare Many people with osteoporosis don’t know they have it until they break a bone. If you think you may be at risk, talk with your doctor about getting a bone mass measurement. This test can help prevent or detect osteoporosis at an early stage when treatment works best. Medicare Part B covers
Published by: National Institute on Aging Menopause is not a disease or disorder. This time in a woman’s life is often full of other transitions in addition to physical ones: Women may be caring for aging parents or relatives, supporting their children as they move into adulthood, or taking on new responsibilities at work. Some
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