Medicare Advantage plans now enroll nearly half of all Medicare beneficiaries, but some consumers are being misled because of the aggressive marketing campaigns by certain Medicare Advantage plans, and because of the fact that the … [Read more...]
Print This PageCustomers Are Being Misled by Marketers into Signing Up for Certain Private Medicare Advantage Plans
November 15, 2022 by
Now This Is SCARY! Medicare Advantage Is Submitting Inflated Bills to Make More Money, Totaling in the BILLIONS!
October 28, 2022 by
Q. I heard recently that most of the largest Medicare Advantage insurers are submitting inflated bills. Is this why everything has gotten so expensive for seniors enrolling in these plans? Also, what is being done about this? … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Does Medicare Advantage Compare to Traditional Medicare?
October 28, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,It is Medicare Open Enrollment season, and I’m deciding whether I need a Medicare Advantage plan or if I want to stick with Traditional Medicare. Do you have any research you can share on the subject to help me … [Read more...]
Print This PageOur Top 10 Spookiest Articles of 2022
October 25, 2022 by
2022 has been a bit of a frightening year, but not nearly as scary as recent years past! Since Halloween is in less than a week, it’s an ideal time to catch up on some of the scariest elder law, estate planning, and special needs … [Read more...]
Print This PageMedicare Advantage Plans May Shorten Stays to Less Time than Original Medicare Covers
October 11, 2022 by
A common question among many of our readers is whether Medicare covers long-term care. Medicare does not cover any type of long-term care, whether in nursing homes, assisted living communities, or your own home. Medicare does, … [Read more...]
Print This PageTens of Billions of Dollars of Benefits for Seniors Are Going Unused Every Year
September 23, 2022 by
Q. Inflation has gotten bad, and my wife and I have had to dip into our savings more than ever for food and other necessities. What are some ways you suggest to deal with the situation? Are there any benefits we might not be aware … [Read more...]
Print This PageMedicare Planning: Federal Report Finds Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Necessary Care
September 16, 2022 by
Q. Medicare Fall Open Enrollment starts next month. I heard something not long ago about Medicare Advantage plans denying necessary care. This is very worrisome. What do you know about this, and what is being done? Do you have any … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner Medicare Planning: Why You Should Review Your Medicare Plan Every Year
September 16, 2022 by
Dear Hayek,I understand that Medicare Fall Open Enrollment is starting next month. I think I’m happy with my plan, but my husband keeps saying that we should still review it every year. What are the benefits of reviewing our … [Read more...]
Print This PageGood News! Social Security and Medicare Outlook Is Better Than Projected Last Year
July 15, 2022 by
Q. Inflation seems to be having a huge effect on everything. From the price of food in grocery stores to the amount we are spending to fill our cars with gasoline, we’re all being affected in many ways. I’m concerned and afraid to … [Read more...]
Print This PageAre Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Currently Available and Are They Safe?
March 8, 2022 by
Americans may soon be able to buy over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids without an exam or fitting by a hearing health care professional. These lower-priced OTC hearing aids won’t be much bigger than a true wireless earbud, and will … [Read more...]
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