Published by: Medicare Rights Center Led by Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Todd Young (R-IN), this important bill would require the federal government to provide advance notice to people approaching Medicare eligibility about basic enrollment rules, filling a longstanding gap in outreach and education. While most older adults and people with disabilities are automatically enrolled […]
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Published by: PGIA At age 65, you’re either retired or planning to retire soon. You might be focused on financial matters, but it’s important to remember that healthcare is a financial matter, especially during retirement. At age 65, you’re required (in most cases) to enroll in Medicare. Here’s what you need to do as that
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Published by: Medicare Rights Center Medicare should cover alcoholism and substance use disorder treatment for a parent if: Their provider states that their services are medically necessary They receive services from a Medicare-approved provider or facility And, their provider sets up their plan of care Medicare covers treatment in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Here
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Published by: Medicare Rights Center Medicare covers both inpatient and outpatient mental health care. And Medicare prescription drug plans cover medications used to treat mental health conditions, but be sure to check the formulary to ensure the brands and dosages you take are included. Medicare Part B covers outpatient mental health care, including the following
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Published by: Medicare Rights Center The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced this week that it will cover seat elevation technology in Medicare-covered power wheelchairs as durable medical equipment (DME). Effective immediately, both Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage will cover seat elevation for those who need it to perform activities of daily living
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Published by: Medicare.gov Medicare Part B covers certain doctor’s services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services. One depression screening per year. The screening must be done in a primary care doctor’s office or primary care clinic that can provide follow-up treatment and referrals. Individual and group psychotherapy with doctors (or with certain other licensed
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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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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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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: RetireGuide® Medicare Part A and Part B cover a variety of services, including inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing care, preventive services, home health care, and ambulance transportation. Additional services such as vision and dental care may be available through a Medicare Advantage plan. What Services Are Covered by Medicare? People enrolled in Original