For many, Medicare Part A (hospitalization) and Medicare Part B (Medical) denials are due to reasons such as not meeting medical necessity; frequency limitations; and even basic coding mistakes. Denials are subject to appeal, since a denial is a payment determination. It is beneficial for ...

Need a ride or want to save on your transportation costs? CARTS is Chautauqua County’s public transportation system. CARTS is public transportation for everyone living, working, or visiting in Chautauqua County. Whether you want to go shopping, to a medical appointment, to work, to college, ...

New government data shows that scammers are making more money per episode. Close to 2.4 million people this year reported losses from fraud or scams totaling close to $9 billion dollars! Older adults are especially vulnerable to scams because scammers are skilled at preying on their fears or ...

Question: I received a form from my insurance company requesting information on what other insurance I have. How do I fill out this form? Answer: The form you received is probably a Coordination of Benefits (COB) form. This is how the insurance companies keep track of who pays first and who ...

Question: My mother just transferred into a Skilled Nursing Facility from a hospital stay. We hope it is temporary, but if it isn’t, she will have to pay over $400 per day plus a 6.8% tax! What is that tax? Answer: I hope that your mother is feeling better and getting stronger every day. ...

The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services (OFAS) is an agency dedicated to advocating for and providing services to older adults in our community that help to promote and preserve their independence, safety and wellness. One way in which OFAS works toward that mission is through our ...