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A group of people read an article mentioning "medicare expands coverage for wheelchair users." — In a monumental shift toward greater inclusivity and healthcare support for individuals with mobility issues, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced a policy change holding significant implications for wheelchair users nationwide. Under the Medicare program, durable medical equipment (DME) such as wheelchairs, both manual and powered, is […]

Medicare Expands Coverage for Power Wheelchair Users

August 7, 2023 in Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Advantage / senior lifestyle / wellness by Jose Lerma

Prescription Bottle of Pills spilled out — Let’s face it. Sometimes we forget to take our medications. Life gets in the way, and we fail to keep track of everything going on. What if you have way too many medications to remember? It’s ok. Take a step back and breathe. Forgetting to take medicine is something that […]

Remember to Take Your Medications

July 10, 2023 in Health / life / Medicare tagged heart health / home healthcare / medicare / wellness by Vohny Figueroa

A female patient rests in a hospital bed. — Why do I need hospital indemnity Insurance? An unexpected trip to the hospital is usually unpleasant. You did not plan on suffering an injury or ailment. The exorbitant cost of merely visiting the hospital can be enough to cause a financial burden on you and your family. How can you […]

Hospital Indemnity

May 8, 2023 in Health / Medicare tagged hospital indemnity plan / medicare / Medicare Advantage / mindfulness by Joey Hinojosa

Cool older woman smiles while on the phone. — How Do You Think About Old Age? As an American, I’ve grown up steeped in a culture that prizes youth. “Anti-aging” advertising engulfs all kinds of products—cosmetics, exercise gadgets, and even food. The heroes of our films usually fall between the ages of 18-40, and the actors who play them […]

Challenging Youth-Culture

April 17, 2023 in Medicare / Uncategorized tagged media / medicare / mindfulness / Technology by Cristin Dickey

An elderly man kisses his wife while she leans in and hugs him. — Health insurance can be confusing for many people. You might wonder whom you can trust with your personal information. Empower Brokerage has friendly licensed agents that assist you in finding the right plan for you. Let’s examine a few common questions and answers about when you can first enroll in […]

When can I enroll in Medicare?

October 10, 2022 in Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Advantage / Medicare Costs / medicare review by Joey Hinojosa

3 myths about medicare thumbnail — The Medicare program has provided health coverage for older Americans since being signed into law in 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson. Millions of Americans rely on these plans to supply health benefits, but unfortunately, myths about Medicare have persisted ever since becoming law. To make the most of your Medicare benefits […]

3 Myths about Medicare

August 22, 2022 in Health / Medicare tagged medicare / Medicare Advantage / medicare benefits / Medicare Costs by Jose Lerma

Ticks can spread the blood parasite known as Babesia — Blood Cell Parasites? Babesiosis is one diagnosis that could make anyone cringe! A condition where a parasite infiltrates the red blood cells and wreaks havoc on the body? Hard pass. Unfortunately, every year, a couple of thousand people in the U.S. suffer from it. It is potentially fatal, but because […]

Babesia: Wreaking Havoc on the Body

October 4, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged medicare / parasites / preventative health measures / Seasonal Health by Cali Naughton

light therapy — Now that we are officially entering fall, the amount of sunlight that we see during the day will decrease. While there are some big advocates of the fall and winter seasons, there are also those who will begin to experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a form of depression […]

Understanding Light Therapy and SAD

October 2, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged medicare / mental health / Seasonal Health / senior lifestyle / wellness by Kayla Gonzalez

Importance of visiting nursing homes — Within the last year, nursing homes all across the United States have been affected by extreme COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions. Nursing homes are especially vulnerable to outbreaks due to the age of the residents and the special care that they require. To make matters worse, the atmosphere of nursing homes […]

Visiting Loved Ones in Nursing Homes

September 20, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged assisted living / COVID-19 / medicare by Brittany Herring

back pain — Every single movement you make involves your spine somehow. Because of this, pulling a muscle reaching the top shelf at the grocery store, tying your shoes, or simply sleeping wrong can leave you with debilitating back pain. Because our backs are regularly undergoing pulls and aches and strains and tweaks, […]

How To Tell If Your Back Pain Is Serious

August 25, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged health & safety / medicare / physical therapy / preventative health measures / senior fitness by Kayla Gonzalez