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Get The Most From Your Insurance

Question: I received a bill from a doctor for a procedure they performed. How do I know if the amount is correct, and what I actually need to pay? Answer: The key to maximizing your medical insurance coverage is first being sure providers (doctors, hospitals, pharmacies, labs, and more) have ...

Resources Available To Learn About Medicare

Question: I am 63 and am getting curious about Medicare coverage. What resources do you suggest? When should I apply for Medicare? Answer: Time does seem to fly by, and the older we get the faster it goes. I understand your eagerness to learn about Medicare. For most of our adult lives, we ...

Using Veterans Benefits Can Help Seniors Who Qualify

Question: I have Medicare Part A & B. I am also a veteran. I never tried to get Veteran Benefits, is it worth it? Answer: Thank You for your Service! Your military service gives you the title of veteran and that is something to be proud of. Not all veterans sign up for additional ...

Explaining Calls From Insurance Companies

Question: I keep getting calls from insurance companies asking about my Medicare coverage, I thought Open Enrollment was over? Answer: This is such a common question this time of year. I probably answer it very similarly every year this time of year. The Annual Open enrollment Period is ...

Reader Looks For Ways To Decrease Isolation

Question: I am looking around my life and feeling like I don’t have a part in the world around me. There are so many things I can’t control. I am not sure what to do – can you help? Answer: My first response is: come let me give you a hug! I am so sorry to hear you are feeling that way. ...

How To Make Sure Prescriptions Are Filled

Question: I want to be sure I can get my medications after the first of the year. What should I do? Answer: This last three months have been very intense for many of those with Medicare. There are many plans that were discontinued and therefore more than a third of the population in Western ...