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Medigap plans, also known as Medicare Supplement plans, help cover many out-of-pocket expenses for Medicare recipients. The scope of these plans is determined in part by Medicare legislation and what private insurers want to offer. Because of this, Medigap plans are standardized to offer a select list of benefits at…

While many medical procedures are performed on an outpatient basis, meaning the patient receives care and returns home the same day, some treatments require additional monitoring, specialized care and access to rehabilitation services. This is often the case after an extensive surgery, but it may also be the case when…

Certain Medicare Supplement plans, also known as Medigap, will no longer be offered to newly eligible enrollees after January 1, 2020. This change specifically impacts plans that pay for the Medicare Part B deductible, like Medicare Supplement Plan F. What Does Plan F Cover? Like most Medigap plans, Plan F…

Enrolling in Medicare is something that most people will do at some point, and the benefits of being a Medicare recipient are numerous; however, there may be some reasons to delay coverage that actually work out in your favor. Delaying enrollment can also be detrimental in some situations, so it…

Unlike Part A and Part B, Medicare Part D is an optional benefit that sits outside Original Medicare. When Medicare recipients first become eligible, they may think drug coverage is merely additional insurance they do not need or cannot afford. However, even if you are healthy and presently do without…

Medical marijuana is used to treat a variety of healthcare concerns, including symptoms related to cancer treatment, anxiety, insomnia and more. Currently, marijuana is still classified as a Schedule One drug by the Drug Enforcement Agency, although some states have moved to legalize or decriminalize the possession and use of…

Nutrition is the cornerstone of general health, but eating healthy foods has been proven to be effective in helping accelerate the healing process after an injury or surgery. While recuperating from an illness, eating healthy foods can feel like a challenge, but it can make a difference in your physical…

Healthcare in the United States offers citizens access to some of the most advanced treatment options in the world, but this access can come with a hefty price tag attached. Although private insurance and government programs like Medicare insurance can help to defray the cost of expensive medicine and medical…

Medicare Advantage plans, also known as MA or Medicare Part C plans, are offered by private insurers who are contracted by Medicare to manage Part A and B benefits in their coverage area. These plans often include extra coverage not provided by Original Medicare, such as routine dental and vision…