Senior Help and You for Medicare
Medicare is a type of health insurance available for people age 65 or older. If you are receiving Social Security disability benefits, you will be automatically enrolled in Medicare after 24 months of receiving disability benefits or when you turn 65 – whichever comes first. You will receive a welcome package from Social Security with […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the healthcare industry by enhancing care, improving patient outcomes, and reducing costs. However, AI-based scams that target seniors are also on the rise. Here are five examples of AI scams that have targeted seniors: Voice Cloning Scams: Scammers use AI-powered chatbots to clone the voices of people seniors know and
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Prior authorization is a process that requires healthcare providers to obtain approval from Medicare before providing certain services. It involves submitting paperwork and documentation to justify the need for the service and adherence to specific criteria set by Medicare. Prior authorization aims to ensure healthcare services are medically necessary and cost-effective. The background and definition
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If your Part D plan refuses to cover the cost of your medication, you should receive a notice from the pharmacy called “Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage and Your Rights.” This notice will provide you with instructions on how to file an exception request with your plan, which is the first step in the appeals process.
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Is it safe to share your medication with your pet? While it may seem harmless, there are some reasons why it is not a wise idea. First of all, animals are not small humans, and an accurate dosage can be lost if you split pills into smaller doses. A medication given once a day for
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In the U.S., approximately 27% of adults aged 60 and older live alone. Within this group, women are more likely than men to live by themselves (20% vs. 11%). Living solo can be a positive experience for many people: You can watch what you want on TV, come and go as you please, and make
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