If you’re on Medicare, you might be glad to have enrolled in it once. And for that reason, you may never be tempted to review your plan’s coverage ever again. It would certainly be your right to do that; your benefits would simply auto-renew each year. But it may be in your best interest. It’s […]

Going through life changes? You may be able to enroll in Medicare or make changes to your plan. Learn what changes qualify.   You may have heard that you can sign up for health insurance only during a certain time of year. But when your child left their job recently, they signed up during a […]

Stay up-to-date on Healthcare Reform. Below is a summary of recent events to help you stay current on the healthcare and Medicare news that impacts you. This page is updated frequently, so check back regularly to keep up with changes in the healthcare industry. Healthcare Reform Update for June 25, 2024  HHS: Healthcare providers face […]

Stay up-to-date on Healthcare Reform. Below is a summary of recent events to help you stay current on healthcare reform news all in one place. Healthcare Reform Update for June 25, 2024  HHS: Healthcare providers face penalties for blocking electronic health data Healthcare providers that block access to electronic health records and information will face […]

You may be able to qualify for both Medicaid and Medicare, something known as dual eligibility. Here’s some information to help you understand. What is Medicare? What is Medicaid? What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Can I be eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid? What’s a D-SNP, exactly? What is partial dual eligibility? How […]

How does regular dental care keep you healthy? How does regular vision care keep you healthy? How does caring for your hearing keep you healthy? How do you get dental, vision and hearing insurance? What is a waiting period? When can you get dental, vision and hearing coverage? Original Medicare doesn’t come with dental, vision […]

The risk of falling increases as you age. Here’s what your next steps are — and who to call — if you’ve fallen. Plus, ways to prevent falls. Have you had an older family member fall recently? Maybe they called you after it happened. It was scary for both of you. And you might be […]

Your Medicare plan might not cover your teeth or eyes. Here’s how to change that. You may notice that Original Medicare normally doesn’t cover services such as dental or vision. If you don’t already have dental or vision coverage, you might be wondering if you have to wait until Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) to […]

Does life insurance for seniors make sense? Getting the right plan in place can make a big difference when you die. In this article, you’ll learn about: 5 reasons life insurance for seniors makes sense Why working with a life insurance agent matters The one type of policy every senior should consider 3 types of […]

If you’re turning 65 in a few months, you may be enrolling in Medicare for the first time. And there’s a lot to consider to when protecting your health and your bottom line. If you’re concerned about sifting through all the options and making decisions about enrolling in Medicare, you’re not alone. In this article, […]

Sometimes it may be difficult to get to the doctor’s office for a prescription refill. In those situations, you may be asking: Can I get prescriptions filled during a telehealth visit? Sometimes you can, but not always. You might see virtual appointments referred to as telehealth or telemedicine appointments. During them, your health care provider […]

Let’s say you recently went to the eye doctor. They told you that you need some help seeing better. You may be wondering which option — contacts or eyeglasses — is best for you. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Whether you choose glasses, contacts or both depends on your prescription and lifestyle, says Viola Kanevsky, […]

Heading to the hospital isn’t always a pleasant experience. This is especially true if you know you’ll be there for a longer stay — such as a few weeks or more. On top of worrying about your health, it may be difficult to face the reality that you’ll be away from home, your loved ones […]