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We all need a little rest from time to time, but for those who act as primary caregivers for their loved ones, rest may be difficult to come by. It may be even more elusive if your loved one has a critical condition that requires constant supervision and care. Respite care can help caregivers find […]
Caregivers play a monumental role in the lives of those they serve, but who is considered a caregiver, and the duties that entails — are often misunderstood. While there are obvious cases, like family members that care for a sick loved one fulltime, what about people that still give a significant amount of help to […]
On Friday, November 12, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2022 costs of Original Medicare, which is made up of Parts A and B. With Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) already underway, this announcement allows Medicare beneficiaries or prospective enrollees to know their options and decide which Medicare solution fits their […]
With the recent news that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved boosters for the three major COVID-19 vaccines — Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson — there have been a lot of questions. Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine booster? Am I eligible to get […]
Many spouses share health insurance through their employer, but what if the policyholder retires and switches to Medicare? Can Medicare cover a spouse? Would it cover adult dependents, like a student who isn’t in the workforce yet, an adult child with special needs, or a grandchild who you’re the primary caregiver for? We answer these […]
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is right around the corner! Every year, the AEP is your opportunity to enroll in or switch to a Medicare plan that fits your ever evolving health care needs. This special enrollment window only runs October 15 to December 7, so it’s important to be prepared to accomplish anything you’d […]
Hepatitis is a fairly common viral condition that you may have heard of, but not know too much about. According to the United States Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), between 3.1 million and 6.9 million people may be living with hepatitis B or C in the United States. Of those cases, more than […]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have released estimates for 2022 Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Part D drug plan premiums, along with other important financial details like their deductibles. Once again, CMS is predicting lower average premiums for Medicare Advantage plans, continuing a years-long streak. Along with this positive financial news, […]
Whether the Annual Enrollment Period or Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period is right around the corner or you’re entering a Special Enrollment Period, there’s a large chunk of the calendar where you can shop for Medicare plans. In many of these cases, millions of seniors around the United States choose to entrust their Medicare plan […]