Medicare
The federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain young people with disabilities, and people with end-stage renal disease.
Medicare Articles
Does Medicare Pay for Home Health Care and In-Home Care?
Medicare covers short-term, medically necessary home health services like wound care, injections, physical therapy, and health monitoring.
6 CommentsSenior Travel: Should You Get a Medigap Policy?
Many seniors plan to travel after retiring, but depending on the destination and the nature of one’s Medicare coverage, you may be left paying for prescriptions, routine treatments or a medical emergency entirely out of pocket.
6 CommentsHelping A Loved One Enroll in Medicare: Where to Start?
Understand the enrollment options and the basics of the Medicare system to save you and your family a great deal of money on healthcare costs.
0 CommentsMedigap Plans: When Do They Make Sense?
A medigap plan can save you money if you'll be undergoing surgery, are at risk for health issues or plan to travel outside of the United States.
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Medicare Questions
I take care of my fiancee who has a heart condition. How can I bill his Medicare for my services as an LPN?
11 AnswersMACinCT Answered Nov 20, 2024Hi, how can I find out how much I have used from Community Medicaid?
4 AnswersAlvaDeer Replied Nov 18, 2024I have been my brother's caregiver for 5+ years. He is not eligible for Medicaid. Can I get paid for being his caregiver?
5 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered Nov 18, 2024Does Medicare cover in home care?
2 Answers97yroldmom Answered Nov 14, 2024
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4 Commentsigloo572 Commented Oct 2, 2024Would Medicare pay for a specialized walker and then electric wheelchair?
13 CommentsGrandma1954 Commented May 9, 2024My mom is 97 and lives alone. Is she entitled, by Medicare, a home visiting aide for a few hours a day free of charge?
3 CommentsGeaton777 Commented Jan 11, 2024Penalty for part D lapse, anyone familiar with this?
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