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The use of telehealth services by Medicare beneficiaries is increasing

The use of telehealth services by Medicare beneficiaries is increasing; however, it is limited significantly by numerous legal barriers. According

Eileen Cook November 21, 2018

Medicare - General Part D/Prescription Drugs

When it comes to Medicare, you need to know these important dates

To avoid potential Medicare penalties, you need to know these three crucial dates. Why? Because missing the dates can cost

Eileen Cook November 20, 2018

Medicare - General Medicare Advantage

Clearing up some misconception about Medigap

During the current Medicare Open Enrollment period which lasts through December 7, you can drop your Medicare Advantage plan for

Eileen Cook November 16, 2018November 16, 2018

Medicare - General Medicare Advantage Part D/Prescription Drugs

Some beneficial aspects of Medicare Advantage plans and some not so beneficial

Almost half of all new Medicare enrollees are signing up for Medicare Advantage Plans, which now account for about 35

Eileen Cook November 15, 2018

Medicare - General Medicare Fraud; Illegal Activities

Fraud costs the government and consumers billions every year

Scams against government and private health care insurers form the largest type of insurance fraud according to the Coalition Against

Eileen Cook November 14, 2018November 14, 2018

Medicare - General Medicare Advantage Part D/Prescription Drugs

Exploring your options during Medicare Open Enrollment period

Medicare can seem like a confusing web of options, it is no wonder that many consumers rely on licensed professionals

Eileen Cook November 14, 2018

Health Care Redesign Medicare - General Medicare Advantage

Fitness trackers, free hospital rides: How Medicare Advantage insurers lure members

(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review ) In Minnesota, a new federal law will force more than 300,000 people

Eileen Cook November 13, 2018

Medicare - General

Traditional Medicare does not cover these medical expenses

For individuals once they turn 65, Medicare pays for the bulk of their medical expenses but surprising gaps in coverage

Eileen Cook November 13, 2018

Medicare - General Medicare Advantage Part D/Prescription Drugs

If you are a caregiver to someone who’s Medicare eligible

In the United States, there are nearly 44 million unpaid caregivers to loved ones and 72 percent are taking care

Eileen Cook November 12, 2018

Health Care Finance Health Care Redesign Medicare - General

HHS to launch new mandatory bundled payment models: 4 things to know

(By Ayla Ellison for Becker’s Hospital Review ) HHS canceled and scaled back major mandatory bundled payment models in 2017

Eileen Cook November 9, 2018