VA Health Care and Medicare
Are you a Veteran about to turn, or just turning, 65? Wondering how VA coverage and Medicare will work together, or if you even need Medicare coverage if you have Veterans Affairs health benefits? We put together the following expert answers and valuable information to help you transition to Medicare as a veteran. VA…
Medicare vs. Medicaid
While their names may sound alike, Medicare and Medicaid are two different programs. Both are government programs that can help you pay for healthcare and medical expenses, but that’s about all they have in common. Medicare is a federal insurance program for people who are 65 years or older, and for some people with disabilities….
Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?
Unfortunately, when it comes to vision, dental and hearing care, traditional Medicare doesn’t offer much coverage for older adults. If you have supplemental insurance, however, it may pay for some or all of these services, depending on your plan. Original Medicare and Hearing Aids Medicare Part B doesn’t cover the cost of hearing aids or…
Is a Medicare Advantage Plan Right for You?
If you don’t know about Medicare Advantage plans, it would be in your best interest to look into them as an option for your coverage. There’s a reason 34% of all Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in one of these plans. Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Part C plans, is an alternative way for beneficiaries…
What is a Medicare Advantage Plan?
We understand how confusing Medicare can be, that’s why we want to make everything as clear for you. A Medicare Advantage Plan is a type of Medicare health plan that is offered through private carriers. This plan covers all the benefits that are covered under Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare) plus extra benefits….
Does Medicare Pay for Hospice?
What is Hospice Care Hospice care is a part of your Medicare coverage that provides patients comfort and familiarity while nearing the end of life. Fortunately for most people, the answer to “does Medicare pay for hospice,” is yes. Original Medicare will pay for hospice once you meet certain criteria. Your hospice doctor and your…
Are Naturopathic Doctors Covered by Medicare?
Does Medicare cover Naturopathic treatment or Naturopathy As you age, invasive surgeries and expensive treatments may seem like the only option. However, naturopathy, or naturopathic medicine, is increasing in popularity, especially in seniors. What is Naturopathy? Naturopathy is known as a form of alternative medicine that is based on vitalism and folk medicine. However, Naturopathic…
What Surgeries Does Medicare Cover?
Imagine this. You have just found out that you need a hip replacement. They tell you that you will need to spend three days post-surgery to ensure no infections surface and pain management is controllable. They then explain to you that you will need to go to a rehabilitation center for a month to strengthen…
Medicare and Durable Medical Equipment Coverage
Are you trying to figure out whether or not your durable medical equipment is covered by Medicare? The answer, in short, is yes, however, it depends on what equipment you need. You’ll want to ensure that your care provider and the durable medical equipment supplier your provider goes through accepts Medicare. This is important because…
Medicare vs Medicaid vs Medigap: What’s the Difference?
As you get closer to the age of 65, you start getting bombarded with advertisements about Medicare. It can get confusing trying to sort through all the acronyms and letters: AEP, OEP, Part A, B, C, D?! Not to mention all the “medi” things that sound alike: Medicare vs Medicaid vs Medigap. Let’s clear up…