It’s the image most of us have when we think of buying insurance: agent and client sitting at the kitchen table, discussing plans and premiums, and sealing the deal by putting pen to paper. Many of today’s seniors are often uncomfortable inviting strangers into their homes, which means, fewer seniors are willing to open their…
Medicare covers behavioral counseling sessions to help you lose weight. This counseling may be covered if you get it in a primary care setting (like a doctor’s office), where it can be coordinated with your other care and a personalized prevention plan. Talk to your primary care doctor or practitioner to find out more. Who’s…
Get help paying costs Learn about programs that may help you save money on medical and drug costs. Part A costs Find out about the monthly premium for Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and learn about the Part A late enrollment penalty and Medicare Part B (medical insurance). Part B costs Find out how much…
Claims & Appeals Click on the links to get all the information you need. How do I file a complaint (also called a “grievance”)? Find out how you can file a complaint (also called a “grievance”) if you have a concern about the quality of care or other services you get from a Medicare provider….
Supplements & other insurance Click on the link for more information: How Medicare works with other insurance Learn how benefits are coordinated when you have Medicare and other health insurance. Retiree insurance Read 5 things you need to know about how retiree insurance works with Medicare. If you’re retired and have Medicare and group health…
What’s covered? Medicare covers services (like lab tests, surgeries, and doctor visits) and supplies (like wheelchairs and walkers) considered medically necessary to treat a disease or condition. If you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan or other Medicare plan, you may have different rules, but your plan must give you at least the same coverage as…
How often is it covered? Click on the clinks for what is covered: Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers: Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening Alcohol misuse screenings & counseling Bone mass measurements (bone density) Cardiovascular disease screenings Cardiovascular disease (behavioral therapy) Cervical & vaginal cancer screening Colorectal cancer screenings Depression screenings Diabetes screenings