Medicare Fraud: How To Report Scams
Medicare Fraud is at an all-time high, and thousands of people fall victim to these scams yearly. According to the Senior Medical Patrol, approximately $60 billion is lost every year due to “ fraud, errors, and abuse.” The great news is that there are things that can be done to stop Medicare fraud and keep […]
Medigap Coverage: How To Know What’s Right For You
What is Medigap? Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans (Medigap) coverage refers to plans that help to fill any gaps in Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B) coverage. Medigap plans are purchased in addition to Original Medicare, not to replace Original Medicare. Medigap does not work with Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C). Medigap pays […]
5 Essential Ways to Prevent Medicare Fraud
Medicare is a national health insurance program in the U.S. designated for Americans 65 years and older, those with disability status, and those with end-stage renal disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Medicare was established in 1966 to aid those who could not work but still needed health care. As of 2018, over 59.9 million […]
7 Unexpected Costs Of Caring For Aging Loved Ones
COVID19 exposed numerous safety concerns for nursing home patients and staff. Concerns include a shortage of personal protective equipment, frequent physical contact, understaffing, shared rooms, cross-facility, staffing, and patient transfers. Reports estimate that 39% of Covid19 related deaths are from nursing home residents and staff. Although re-structuring of nursing home and long-term care facilities are […]
31 Important Facts You Need To Know About Medicare
The United States has a variety of programs intended to aid those who are less fortunate or in need. Medicare is a program designed to supplement health/medical costs. It is important to understand how Medicare functions and operates because even if you are not a part of the program, it is likely that you are […]