What is Medicare? Here is the Medicare Definition: Medicare is a health insurance program from the federal government that covers most people that are of the age of 65 or older. If you’re younger than 65, Medicare will cover your health care costs if you’re disabled or have End Stage Renal Disease. People covered by Medicare are called the beneficiaries of the medical insurance program. Medicare … [Read more...]
A Great Video to Help With Understanding Medicare
Are you new to Medicare? This is a great video to help you understand medicare and how it works. Understanding Medicare coverage choices can be tricky so its important to educate yourself and pick your coverage carefully. How you choose to get your benefits can affect your quality of care. If you are about to become eligible for Medicare, or just became eligible for Medicare here is a great … [Read more...]
Medicare Help: How Do I Apply For Medicare?
There are Two Ways to Apply For Medicare Apply For Medicare At your Local Social Security Office Most people do not realize that there is not a “Medicare office” where they go to get their Medicare Insurance. This is sometimes a bit confusing because, to apply for your Medicare benefit you must visit your local Social Security office. Apply for Medicare Online You may also visit this link … [Read more...]
Medicare Advice: Do I Need Medicare Insurance?
If you’ve applied for Medicare Part A and B you’ve got Medicare Insurance. But, you’ve still got a big gap that could create a financial hardship for you if you don’t cover that gap with additional insurance. Medicare covers 80% of your Medicare approved procedures, doctor visits, etc. But you are still responsible for 20% of all charges. That 20% isn’t a big deal if you just have to see the … [Read more...]
Difference Between Medicaid and Medicare
One of the most common questions people have once they are introduced to this topic is in regards to the difference between Medicaid and Medicare. For many people, the recent health care debates have actually confused the issues more than they have cleared them up. The reason for this is that politicians, writers, and pundits on both sides of the aisle have very different opinions on health care … [Read more...]
Medicare help: How To File A Medicare Claim
When filing a Medicare claim it has to be filed within one calendar year following the year that the services were provided for the claim. This means, one year after you have the treatment for the health condition, you have to file a claim before that calendar year is up. For example, if you have made a physician's visit on the month of March 2009, a Medicare claim can be filed before 31st … [Read more...]
Medicare Advice: Learn About Medicare Fraud
Are you tired of rising health care costs? One contributing factor is Medicare fraud. Most health care professionals who work with Medicare are honest. Unfortunately, a handful of dishonest providers and individuals cost the Medicare system millions of dollars every year. These costs are passed on to you in the form of higher co-payments and health care costs. What You Don't Know About Medicare … [Read more...]
