…more. Most of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was upheld by the Supreme Court. This year, the ACA has already helped more than 18 million people with original Medicare get…
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Things You May Not Know About Long-term Care
…(semi-private room) $85,775 $118,440 Nursing Home (private room) $97,455 $126,840 Source: Genworth 2017 Cost of Care Study Medicare does not cover long-term care and offers very limited benefits. Specifically, Medicare…
Financial Scams Targeting Seniors
…today: 1. Medicare/health insurance scams: In these types of scams, perpetrators may pose as a Medicare representative to get older people to give them their personal information, or they will…
A Mixed Bag in Virginia: Federal Law Prohibits 2011 Social Security Increases, but Federal Agency Grants Millions to Disadvantaged Groups
…prime example: the federal Administration on Aging and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (both part of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services) recently awarded more than…
Our Top 23 Articles of 2023
…enrollment in some workplace plans, increasing “catch-up” contributions that older workers can make, and boosting part-time workers’ access to retirement plans. When it comes to Medicare, programs such as Extra…
Can I Have a Do-Over When it Comes to Social Security?
…to do the same for Medicare? What else should I keep in mind when it comes to Social Security, so I don’t make any other errors. Thanks for your help!…
Are Faith Leaders Trained to Talk to About End-of-Life Topics?
…Can Consult a Doctor on End-of-life Topics at No-Cost Whether or not you meet with your pastor, it is a smart idea to take advantage of Medicare’s coverage of…
How New Health Information Technology Will Save Money and Lives
…like more information on EHR’s, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services provides an informative online overview here. According to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, approved hospitals and healthcare…
The Biggest Misconception About Medicaid
…does not pay for long-term care. Seniors can never use Medicare to help pay for long-term care, as Medicare simply doesn’t cover long-term care. Medicare will pay for short-term rehabilitation…
Maryland Medicaid Waivers Have a Wait-List of 21,000 Names — Is That Ever Going to Change?
…turned 65, his private insurance said they would no longer cover the long-term care he needed. At 65, he had to sign up for Medicare, and Medicare does not pay…
Yikes! Our Top 10 Scariest Articles of 2018
…could this have happened? 2. “Is Medicare Going Broke?” Now, that’s a scary thought! Since its release, the Medicare Trustees Report has triggered some pretty alarming headlines, such “Medicare to…
Our Top 20 Articles of 2020
…Facilities: Nursing homes had been hit very hard by coronavirus throughout the pandemic. In June 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) clarified federal guidance on reopening nursing…
“Extra Help” Benefit for Seniors with High Prescription Expenses
…enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan. Below are the additional requirements: You have Medicare Part A and/or Part B; If you are married and living with your spouse, your…
Top 10 Medicaid Myths
…“Medicare will cover my nursing home expenses.” It is important to understand that Medicare, the public health insurance system for seniors over 65 and disabled adults, does not pay one…
Will the Coronavirus Pandemic Affect Social Security?
…Security is a popular program relied on by 69 million Americans. Combined, Social Security and Medicare accounted for about 41% of the federal budget in fiscal 2019; the average benefit…
How Can You Get a Professional Evaluation of a Senior Loved One’s Driving?
…Does Medicare Pay for Driver Evaluations? Medicare covers occupational therapy evaluations and interventions provided after an illness or injury. However, not all of the services that a senior receives as…
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…country. The organization also offers members a wide range of special benefits and services, including Modern Maturity magazine and the monthly Bulletin. Medicare and Medicaid Center for Medicare and Medicaid…
Electronic Wills: Replacing Ink Signatures with Digital Ones
…such as Notarize.com can be used for the notary and Adobesign and Docusign can be used for the signatures. Advantages of Electronic Wills The Uniform Electronic Wills Act is designed…
Comparing Revocable Trusts to Irrevocable Trusts: What’s the Difference?
…the differences and similarities between revocable living trusts and irrevocable living trusts, including our irrevocable Living Trust Plus. What Are the Advantages of Trusts in Estate Planning? First, let’s look…
It’s International Fraud Awareness Week— Things to Know!
…valuables for personal advantage or profit, to the disadvantage of the senior loved one. Their methods can include the following: Taking the senior’s money, property, or valuables; Denying services or…
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