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Medicare Coverage of Durable Medical Equipment

Medicare Coverage of Durable Medical Equipment

Nov 29, 2021

Durable medical equipment, also called DME for short, is equipment that helps you complete daily activities. This category is also sometimes called DMEPOS for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. This blog post will help you understand Medicare’s coverage of DME, DME suppliers, and who to contact for more assistance.
Medicare Coverage of Vaccines

Medicare Coverage of Vaccines

Nov 2, 2021

Preventive care is care you receive to prevent illness, detect medical conditions, and keep you healthy. Medicare covers many preventive services, including vaccines. This blog discusses how the different parts of Medicare cover vaccines, along with some important notes about a few common vaccines.
Medigap Policies

Medigap Policies

Oct 6, 2021

This blog covers Medigaps, which can help cover the out-of-pocket costs with Original Medicare.
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period

Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period

Aug 31, 2021

Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is the time of year when you can make changes to your Medicare coverage. Open Enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, and any changes you make will take effect on January 1, 2022. This blog covers some important things to do during this upcoming Open Enrollment Period!
Common Open Enrollment Notices

Common Open Enrollment Notices

Jul 31, 2021

You can make changes to your Medicare coverage each year during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, which runs October 15 to December 7. Around September, you will start to receive notices with information about any changes to your coverage for the coming year. It is important to read and understand these notices, as they can help you decide if you should make changes to your coverage during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period.  
Troubleshooting Medicare Coverage Problems

Troubleshooting Medicare Coverage Problems

Jun 30, 2021

In this blog post, we will discuss helpful strategies to avoid experiencing Medicare issues. We will also review ways to identify and solve the problems that do come up.
Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Appeals

Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Appeals

May 28, 2021

In this blog post we discuss how to file an appeal with Original Medicare or your Medicare Advantage Plan.
Medicare Cost Assistance Programs

Medicare Cost Assistance Programs

Apr 30, 2021

From Part B premiums to prescription drug copays, there are various costs to consider for those with Medicare coverage. In this blog post we discuss programs that help people with their Medicare costs.
Medicare and Changes in Residence

Medicare and Changes in Residence

Apr 1, 2021

When you move, it can affect your Medicare coverage. In this blog, we’ll discuss various kinds of changes of residence—from in-state to abroad—and what they mean for your Medicare coverage.
Medicare’s Coverage of Care at Home

Medicare’s Coverage of Care at Home

Mar 1, 2021

There are many different ways to receive more of your care from your own home. In this blog, we will discuss the services that Medicare covers, how you might access them, and what steps you can take to get started.