May 9, 2022
AgencyMedicare Coverage for Depression Screening
With depression affecting many older adults, some individuals with Medicare may be wondering if Medicare covers depression screenings. The answer is yes, Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers one depression screening per year at a participating provider. The depression screening must take place in a primary care setting (like a doctor’s office) that can provide […]
April 14, 2022
AgencyAnalysis: Most Top Medicare Part D Drugs Have Rising Prices in 2022
It’s true – several brand name drug companies have already increased prices this year. AARP’s Public Policy Institute recently examined list price changes for the 100 brand name drugs with the highest total Medicare Part D spending in 2020, and what they found is not ideal news for consumers. Some key findings from the analysis […]
March 10, 2022
AgencyHow to Get Your Medicare Summary Notices Online
Do you usually wait months for mailed printed copies of your Medicare Summary Notices? You don’t have to anymore! With electronic Medicare Summary Notices (eMSNs), you will receive an email each month letting you know that your claims statement is available in your Medicare account. Electronic Medicare Summary Notices can help you: Better track your […]
February 10, 2022
AgencyReport: Cost of Brand-Name Prescription Drugs in Medicare Rising
A recent report from the Congressional Budget Office details pricing and spending trends for prescription drugs. Of particular interest are pricing changes for brand-name prescription drugs in Medicare Part D. Some key findings from the report include: From 2009 to 2018, the average net price (which is the cost after discounts and rebates given to […]
January 13, 2022
AgencyMedicare Costs on the Rise in 2022
Prices have been rising everywhere, and unfortunately Medicare is not going to be an exception to this trend. 2022 Medicare costs have been released and they are indeed rising. So what can you expect to pay? Let’s take a look. Part A (Hospital) Premium If you’ve worked 10 years or more: Free If you’ve worked […]
December 9, 2021
AgencyPreventive Services Covered by Medicare
Preventive services are an important component of a living a healthy lifestyle. Preventive services include things like exams, shots, screenings, and lab tests. They may also include health monitoring, counseling and education programs. Medicare Part B covers an annual Wellness visit and several other preventive services. If you register at MyMedicare.gov, you can track your […]
November 12, 2021
AgencyMedicare and Telehealth
Medicare telehealth services include office visits, psychotherapy, consultations and other health services conducted by the provider via phone, computer, or other audio/video device. These services allow patients to receive care without visiting the provider in person. As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress and the Department of Health & Human Services expanded access to […]
October 18, 2021
AgencyWhat to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment has arrived. Open Enrollment is when you can join, switch, or drop Medicare health plans and drug plans and it takes place from October 15th, 2021 to December 7th, 2021. As long as your plan request is received by December 7th, your Medicare coverage will begin on January 1st, 2022. Important actions […]
September 23, 2021
AgencyDoes Medicare Advantage Cover Prescription Drugs?
Medicare Advantage plans are geared to cover gaps left by Original Medicare. While these plans combine coverage available by Original Medicare, they also include coverage for different health care needs you may face as you grow older. At their most basic policies, neither Original Medicare nor Medicare Advantage cover prescription drugs. However, you can add […]
September 13, 2021
AgencyMedicare Coverage for COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic unfortunately continues, many seniors are wondering what Medicare covers when it comes to Coronavirus. Today we take a look at this important topic to help bring some clarity for you. Medicare covers the following items related to COVID-19: · FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccine · Provider visit to your home to administer COVID-19 […]