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Respiratory diseases like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) can worsen with time, especially if the disease is not treated effectively. Certain medications, such as Trelegy, may be prescribed to help manage the progression of COPD. Understanding Causes and Symptoms of COPD Several factors can contribute to the cause of COPD….

Soon after seniors blow out the candles on their 64th birthday cake, it is time to start thinking about Medicare, a United States health insurance program designed for people who are 65 years or older. Individuals with certain disabilities or end-stage renal disease (permanent kidney failure that necessitates dialysis or…

Knowing what it means for Medicare to be the secondary payer for health coverage can help you understand how your health care is paid for and what you can expect from the way Medicare coordinates with other insurance providers. Understanding What Primary and Secondary Payer Means In the simplest of…

Since its inception in 1966, the Medicare program has undergone several changes. Understanding how this program is organized into different parts can help Medicare recipients better navigate their care and coverage. History of the Medicare Program                      The Social Security Amendments of 1965 led to the establishment of Medicare and Medicaid….

Low-income Medicare recipients may qualify for additional coverage with their state’s Medicaid program. Extra Help can help reduce out-of-pocket costs for qualifying Medicare recipients in need of Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. Qualifying for Medicare-Medicaid Dual Eligibility Medicaid is a federally funded program, but each state is in charge…

For many people at retirement age, having Medicare benefits means the difference between getting quality health care and not being able to visit a doctor. Over 64 million people in the United States depend on Medicare for their health care coverage. 22 million of these people have a Medicare Advantage…

Almost everyone benefits from physical therapy at some point in their lives whether it is prescribed to recover from an injury, to follow a post-operative treatment, to relieve pain, or to build strength and flexibility. Medicare benefits for physical therapy Medicare Part B is the segment of Medicare benefits that…

The ever-increasing personal cost of Medicare benefits in the form of premiums and copayments is a point of contention among Medicare recipients across the country. Additionally, Medicare recipients have seen their share of payroll taxes for Medicare deducted from their paychecks throughout their working years. There is less awareness about…

The United States national health insurance program known as Medicare has been providing people with health care insurance coverage since 1966. Today, Medicare provides this coverage for over 64 million beneficiaries, most of whom are 65 years and older. The U.S. government has set the age of eligibility for Original…