Insurance is a system that is so present in everyday American life. We know we need it, and most of us have it but have we ever thought about where it all began? We will be taking a look into how insurance came to be in the United States. The […]
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The health insurance plan you bought when you were single with no kids will not necessarily serve you the same way if you get married or have children. Luckily, those types of changes are considered qualifying events, which means that you can make the necessary changes to your health insurance […]
What Are Qualifying Events?
Scammers focus their attention primarily on seniors. Older adults tend to have a more trusting nature and find it easy to communicate with strangers. Similarly, they do not have the most expansive knowledge of technology and can easily be tricked by internet scams. Luckily, here are some great tips you […]
Ways to Avoid Scams for Older Adults
Diabetes Prevention Program Seniors at risk for type 2 diabetes may find help managing their overall health. Medicare Part B offers a free once-per-lifetime Diabetes Prevention Program to those who qualify. The program is part of the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program aimed at lifestyle changes to reduce an individual’s […]
Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program
Some health insurance companies auto-enroll you into your same plan year after year. But as we all know, things can change so quickly. Therefore, you should make sure your health plan reflects those changes. Taking some time to look over your circumstances allows you to make important changes during the […]
How to Know When to Switch Your Health Plan
An individual retirement account (IRA) can be a powerful savings tool that can help you reach your retirement goals. When planning your future, it is important to learn about the different types of IRAs offered and the benefits that having an IRA can bring. Here is some basic IRA information […]
Benefits of an Individual Retirement Account
The recent emergency approval and pending approval of Pfizer and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccinations provide hope that the coronavirus pandemic’s end is closer than ever before and signifies a significant step forward in medicine. These new unique mRNA COVID-19 vaccines may not only change the course of the pandemic but may […]
The Science of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines
Traditionally, Original Medicare has only been offered through the federal government, but that may soon change since the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) plans to start phase one of testing for the Geographic Direct Contracting Model in 2022. The CMS’s Geographic Direct Contracting Model, also known as Geo, […]
CMS to Begin Geographic Direct Contracting Model by 2022
Looking for new Medicare coverage for 2021? AEP is open until December 7! Be sure to ask these important questions about Medicare plans when searching for a new policy! What kind of plan is it? Medicare is a governmentally run program that provides health insurance for those aged 65 and […]
Questions About Medicare: What to Ask When Looking for Coverage
With the end of Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period rapidly approaching and news of possible COVID-19 vaccines on the way, you may be wondering, “What vaccines does Medicare cover?” The answer may surprise you! While some vaccinations are covered by Medicare Part B, others are only covered in Medicare Part D, also […]