How much Medicare claims dropped at start of pandemic
(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review) Most U.S. health systems saw a reduction in elective procedures in the spring of
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Learn how to become an organ donor & save lives
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) Each day, 20 people die while waiting for an organ transplant. With National Donor Day around the
Read MoreWhat is creditable coverage?
You are turning 65 but you not sure whether or not to enroll in Medicare but afraid of the potential
Read MoreMedicare general enrollment period is happening now
Medicare Enrollment Periods can be confusing because different enrollment periods have different dates for various purposes. Currently, both the general
Read MoreGive your heart some love: prevent heart disease
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) While you’re celebrating with loved ones this Valentine’s Day, don’t forget your heart needs some love, too.
Read MoreMedicare coverage increases seniors’ access to care
As of 2019, approximately 18 percent of the U.S. population was covered by Medicare. A recent study published in Health
Read MorePolicy options that could extend the solvency of the Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund.
The Medicare Hospital Insurance (HI) Trust Fund also known as Medicare Part A, which is mainly funded through payroll taxes
Read MoreMedicare coverage for eyeglasses
Original Medicare does not generally pay for eye exams or eyeglasses; except in certain situations. Medicare coverage is available after
Read MoreFrom 2014 to 2017, CMS had an improper payment rate of 60.7 percent
According to a new Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and its
Read MoreWhat coverage does Medicare provide for CPAP machines?
For people who struggle with sleep apnea, there are several treatment options but if a CPAP machine is the right
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