Thinking about getting vision insurance? Maybe you need glasses. Or your eyesight has changed (it’s common as you get older). Or it’s just time for an eye exam. But you’re wondering how much it might cost, right? The average out-of-pocket costs per year for corrective vision care in the U.S. is about $500 for:1 Eye […]

Shopping for healthcare can be time-consuming and feel overwhelming. And one frustrating part can be figuring out what health insurance might cost. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to health insurance cost. But there are basic guidelines you can follow to help give you an idea of health insurance costs—and allow you to make […]

You’re probably wondering whether to go with Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan. While it’s ultimately up to you, Medicare Advantage plans can be a great choice for many people, including you. The plans combine Medicare Parts A (hospital insurance) and B (medical insurance), as well as additional coverage. This all-in-one option is popular […]

Medicare scams are nothing new, and there was a lot of this kind of activity in recent years. In April 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reported that scammers might use the pandemic to try stealing everything from people’s Medicare numbers and banking information to personal details like birthdates and Social Security numbers. […]

Falling down might sound like a minor mishap, but for older adults (age 65 and up), it can be serious—or even fatal. It’s also common: More than 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year—and more than half of these falls occur at home. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

Hand calluses hurt? If you lift weights, play guitar, or work with your hands (doing things like gardening, farming, or construction), you may have calluses. It’s your skin’s way of toughening up to withstand the kind of work you put your hands through every day. And if you’ve ever said “my hand calluses hurt,” you’re […]

Did you know that a “Welcome to Medicare” preventive care visit is possible within the first 12 months of having Part B? Regular preventive care can help maintain and help protect your health as you age. Under Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance), some types of preventive care are covered so that Medicare beneficiaries can plan […]

Staying active can be difficult if you experience limited mobility. In this article, we’ll talk about the importance of regular exercise and show you 7 exercises you can do if you’re older, have limited mobility, or both. Exercise helps prevent health problems like: Type 2 diabetes Heart disease Certain types of cancer Depression Anxiety Dementia […]

Here’s an eye-opening statistic: Nearly 9 out of 10 people consider sight to be the most valuable sense. (We’re guessing you might agree.) “As with anything that is critical and important, you have to take care of it,” says Andrew Iwach, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. So how do you protect […]

Ready to get in shape, but you’re short on time? Chances are pretty good you’re busy. Spending hours in the gym probably isn’t realistic. Right? The truth: only 23% of adults exercise at least 20–30 minutes a day.1 If you want to get in shape, lose weight, get stronger, and improve your health, exercise will […]

Looking for a health care provider? There’s something you need to do before you book a doctor’s appointment or go to the hospital: make sure your providers are “in-network.” You could save money with an in-network provider If you get care from an out-of-network provider, you may be surprised by your medical bill. Some health […]

What happens if you need out-of-network providers for medical care? It happens. Maybe you need to see a specialist who isn’t in your plan’s network. Maybe you have established relationships with out-of-network healthcare providers. Maybe it’s logistically more convenient to see out-out-of-network providers. For example: You’re in the process of moving. Your health plan recently […]