Last Updated on November 17, 2020 by Lindsay EngleCOVID was a game-changer for people across the globe, especially for insurance companies and Medicare. Many wonder how cost-sharing for testing, treatments, and a future vaccine will look. Also, people are curious if COVID will be a pre-existing condition. It’s clear that COVID impacted the world; in…
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Last Updated on November 10, 2020 by Lindsay EngleA $200 drug card for some people on Medicare is huge. For many Americans, prescription drug costs can be oppressive. In his fight for reelection, the President is presenting solutions to this burden for those on Medicare. Keep reading to learn more about his plan and the…
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Last Updated on November 16, 2020 by Lindsay EngleIf re-elected, President Donald Trump plans to expand on the changes to health care that his administration has implemented. Further, many developments and plans impact those on Medicare. For a summary of some key points of Trump’s health care plan for 2021, keep reading. Trump’s America First…
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Last Updated on September 24, 2020 by Lindsay EngleWhen it comes to health care, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are trying to put control back into patients’ and doctors’ hands. For 2021, CMS proposes to work toward this by dropping the Inpatient Only list. To explain what this means, we’ve highlighted some key…
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Last Updated on November 16, 2020 by Lindsay EngleMany Democratic candidates have had ideas to expand Medicare or health care. So, of course, Biden has a plan to make changes to the health care system. If victorious, Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden and his running mate Kamala Harris plan to expand the United States’ Medicare…
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Last Updated on October 27, 2020 by Lindsay EngleThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recognize the importance of chronic care management. According to CMS, more than two-thirds of beneficiaries have two chronic conditions, and nearly 14% have more than six chronic conditions. Patients with two or more chronic health conditions need chronic care services.…
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Last Updated on October 20, 2020 by Lindsay EngleThere are many reasons why some states have more expensive Medigap plans than others. The rules in some states vary, and the cost of living can also play a factor. If you live in a state where Medigap premiums are higher, it’s likely going to provide you…
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Last Updated on October 27, 2020 by Lindsay EngleWhile much of the rest of the budget is a significant deficit, the Social security surplus enables the government to acquire less from the public to fund the deficit. Some Social Security benefits use a specific government trust fund to secure payments to beneficiaries that qualify for…
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Last Updated on October 27, 2020 by Lindsay EnglePreserving Social Security and Medicare is the main goal for one group in America. And, it’s a good thing, since Americans have a concern about Social Security. But, Americans aren’t the only ones with concern. The Social Security Board of Trustees says funds may deplete by 2037.…
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Last Updated on November 10, 2020 by Lindsay EngleRecently, the President announced a new trade deal to reduce insulin costs. The agreement is between health care plans and insulin manufacturers. And the result? Starting next year, those with Diabetes can enroll in Medicare plans with caps on insulin charges. Copays won’t be more than $35…
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