A power of attorney is usually enough to take charge of a loved one’s financial and medical matters when they become incapacitated. But with Medicare, you need more than a POA. Many people learn this the hard way. It is a problem that can be easily solved and will save you and your loved ones […]
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Today is the 55th Anniversary of Medicaid and Medicare
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law legislation that established the Medicare and Medicaid programs. For 55 years, these two programs have protected the health and well-being of millions of American families, saving lives, and improving the economic security of our nation. It was controversial at the time, but it wasn’t a new […]
Continue reading…Medicare Continues to Confuse and Confound
With the start of the Medicare enrollment season here, more seniors are finding themselves baffled by an array of choices. How can you avoid making a mistake that may haunt you for the rest of your life? The launch of the new Medicare Plan Finder will be the only way to discover information about the […]
Continue reading…Even Fools Know Medicare Can Be a Problem
Pre-retirement, many folks think they have only to enroll in Medicare and all will be well – including their health care budget. It would be great if it was that simple. It’s not. And not understanding how Medicare works and which plan to pick can make medical expenses a bigger part of a retirement budget […]
Continue reading…Answers to Basic Medicare Questions
It’s true – once you reach 65, there’s a whole new world of healthcare to understand. It can be a little overwhelming, but there’s no lack of information and resources to help you navigate Medicare. Here are basics to get you started. If you signed up for Social Security before age 65, you’ll automatically be […]
Continue reading…New York Police Officer Sued for Welfare Check on Senior, But Does That Mean You Shouldn’t Call?
This is a disconcerting case we believe illustrates how communication between siblings regarding elderly parents can go awry – and the consequences that result. At its essence: a police officer whose sole concern was the well-being of an elderly dementia patient was accused of violating the civil rights of the adult children the elderly man […]
Continue reading…Medicare Now to Reimburse Doctors for Testing Patients for Alzheimer’s or Dementia
Once a person hits the age of 65 or 70, primary care doctors should be doing screening tests on a regular basis, either annually or at least every couple of years. Finally, after many years of pressure from patient advocate groups, Medicare will reimburse doctors for the time needed to test patients with cognitive impairments […]
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