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What You Need to Know About Changes to Medicare Part D in 2025

What You Need to Know About Changes to Medicare Part D in 2025

Two important changes are coming for Medicare Part D beneficiaries in 2025 as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act: Annual out-of-pocket (OOP) cap of $2,000 for prescription drugs. Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP), which will allow beneficiaries who opt in...

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Unpacking the changes to Medicare in 2025

Unpacking the changes to Medicare in 2025

Medicare coverage is personal — and changes to those plans and benefits may feel unnerving as it affects one’s overall health and well-being. Originally passed in 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act brought about many changes to Medicare that are now being implemented...

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What If My Medicare Doctor “Opts Out”?

What If My Medicare Doctor “Opts Out”?

Finding a doctor you like and trust can be a long process, so I understand that it can be frustrating when your doctor no longer accepts Medicare. If your doctor has “opted out” of Medicare, this means that he or she no longer accepts Medicare assignment...

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Home health care through Medicare

Home health care through Medicare

It’s important to plan for your health care needs, but sometimes life throws unexpected curve balls. And when that happens, you’ll need to know what’s covered. Fortunately, there are ways you and your loved ones can get the necessary care at home. Here’s what you need...

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7 Medicare Changes You’ll See in 2025

7 Medicare Changes You’ll See in 2025

Expensive medications? You’ll save thousands. Dementia or mental health care? More options Key takeaways Changes from Inflation Reduction Act will take effect next year. Lower out-of-pocket limit in Part D drug plans erases old “donut hole.” You may find weight loss...

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Your annual physical checklist

Your annual physical checklist

  Annual physical check-ups are essential in maintaining your health. These check-ups can identify health issues in their early stages, so you can take care of them as early as possible. If you have Medicare and have had Medicare Part B for more than 12 months,...

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LEARN DENTAL INSURANCE BASICS AND SAVE YOUR TEETH

LEARN DENTAL INSURANCE BASICS AND SAVE YOUR TEETH

Monitoring your oral health isn’t just about good teeth: it can give insight into your overall health. There are many reasons why it’s important that you visit your dentist regularly. Dental health should be a major concern for seniors. Monitoring your oral health...

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MEDICARE AND DEPRESSION TREATMENTS — WHAT MEDICARE COVERS

MEDICARE AND DEPRESSION TREATMENTS — WHAT MEDICARE COVERS

Mental health is a critical part of overall health. Conversations on the topic of mental health were rare when the baby boomer generation was young. Today, the topic is far more accepted. Mental health is a critical part of overall health. Conversations on the topic...

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YOUR ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD (AEP) CHECKLIST

YOUR ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD (AEP) CHECKLIST

5 steps to taking care of what matters most: You The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is the time of year when you can decide to stick with your current health plan or make changes for the upcoming year. As you consider coverage for next year, it’s important to review...

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WHY CHOOSE A MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT PLAN?

WHY CHOOSE A MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT PLAN?

Whether you need medical care while traveling, in the comfort of home, or you want the flexibility to see any medical doctor or specialist that accepts Medicare, a Medicare Supplement plan may be just what you need. As you prepare for the next chapter of your journey,...

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NOT RETIRING AT 65? WHEN SHOULD YOU BUY MEDICARE?

NOT RETIRING AT 65? WHEN SHOULD YOU BUY MEDICARE?

The benefits of Medicare are initially activated when you turn 65. That is when you first enroll in this federal healthcare program for seniors. But what if you are still working at the age of 65 and don’t want to officially retire? Medicare enrollment and retirement...

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QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN CHOOSING MEDICARE

QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN CHOOSING MEDICARE

Whether you are already part of the nearly 60 million enrollees of the program, or are looking to join its ranks soon, we are here to help you answer the most commonly asked question – how to choose the right Medicare plan for you. Before you apply for Medicare, it is...

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7 THINGS NEW ENROLLEES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE

7 THINGS NEW ENROLLEES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE

To help bring clarity, we have compiled a "New to Medicare" checklist to help you out with all the basic Medicare information that you’ll need. Before 1965, Americans over the age of 65 had difficulty gaining access to private health insurance coverage. This is why...

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IMPACT OF STRESS ON SENIORS’ HEALTH

IMPACT OF STRESS ON SENIORS’ HEALTH

Stress is a significant contributor to declining health and wellbeing; it has even been identified as a primary cause of cardiovascular diseases, mental health disorders and the weakening of the immune system. Stress is a significant contributor to declining health...

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