Working at age 65? 

    Working at age 65?  Do you keep employer coverage or enroll in Medicare? The month you turn 65 you are eligible to receive your Medicare benefits. In most cases, you don’t have to sign up for Medicare if you have health insurance through your or your spouse’s employer. If you or your spouse [...]

By |2024-05-24T08:21:19-05:00May 24th, 2024|General, Medicare, Part A, Part B|

Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?

Cataract Surgery and Medicare Does Medicare pay for cataract surgery? The short answer is yes. Medicare covers certain medically necessary services, such as cataract surgery. Cataract surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist. Ophthalmologists are eye doctors with advanced medical and surgical training. Your cost and coverage will depend on the option you selected as your primary. [...]

By |2024-02-03T20:37:22-06:00January 20th, 2024|General, Medicare, Medicare Supplement, Outpatient, Part B|

Medicare and Cancer Coverage

Medicare and Cancer Coverage Unfortunately, Cancer is something many of us will face directly or indirectly at some point during our lifetime.  According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 1.9 million new Cancer cases were diagnosed in the United States in 2023. Does Medicare cover Cancer? Yes, it does.  Depending on your choice for coverage [...]

Home Health Services Covered By Medicare

Original Medicare and Home Health Care Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and/or Part B) will cover eligible home health services if you are considered homebound and need part-time or intermittent services. To Qualify and be Considered Homebound: You are having trouble leaving your home without some type of help due to an illness or injury. Examples [...]

By |2024-01-15T13:20:16-06:00January 15th, 2024|General, Home Health Care, Medicare, Outpatient, Part A, Part B, Services|

Medicare in Tupelo, Mississippi

Medicare in Tupelo, MS  Medicare plans available to those eligible in Tupelo include Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and Part D prescription drug plans. Enrollment into any of the following plans requires eligibility for Medicare. Depending on your needs, the most comprehensive coverage offered is through a Medigap plan, also referred to as a Medicare Supplement plan.   You first become eligible [...]

By |2023-05-04T08:36:43-05:00April 30th, 2023|Drug Plan, Medicare, Medicare Supplement, Part D, Uncategorized|

Still Working at Age 65? Do You Need to Sign Up for Medicare?

Working at Age 65 and Medicare You are generally eligible for Medicare at age 65, with an enrollment window leading up to your 65th birthday.  This enrollment opportunity begins three months prior to your birthday month and ends three months afterwards. Signing up for Medicare on time can help you avoid penalties. If you are [...]

By |2023-02-03T06:51:14-06:00January 4th, 2023|Medicare, Medicare Supplement, Uncategorized|

Shingles Vaccination and Medicare

Shingles Vaccine Does Medicare Cover the Shingles Vaccine? Beginning January 2023, Part D plans must include most commercially available vaccines on their formularies. This includes the vaccine for shingles. The only exceptions are flu, pneumonia, hepatitis B, and COVID-19 vaccinations. These vaccines are covered by Medicare Part B.  All Medicare-covered vaccines should be free to you. [...]

By |2023-01-02T21:19:37-06:00January 2nd, 2023|Drug Plan, General, Medicare, Part D, Prescription, Research, Uncategorized|
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