Tag: Medicare
Stress Changing Medicare Plan
UNITED STATES—Morning Toni: When I first got Medicare, I picked a Medicare supplement plan F. Two years ago, I was approached by a telemarking...
Does Medicare Pay For A Long-Term Care Need?
UNITED STATES—Toni: Recently my older sister had a stroke and needs extra care at home. I was told from friends at church that Medicare...
Medicare Advantage Enrollment Mistake Postponed My Hip Surgery!
UNITED STATES—Toni: I made a terrible mistake during the current Medicare Advantage Enrollment Period and changed to a Medicare Advantage HMO plan because I...
Does Medicare Approve Clinical Trial Prescription Drug Programs?
UNITED STATES—Toni: I turn 65 in May and am covered by my wife’s employer group health insurance. I am fighting stage 3 kidney cancer...
Does Medicare Cover Alzheimer Facility Care?
UNITED STATES—Good Morning, Toni: I read your Medicare column regularly and have never seen you address the issue of paying for Alzheimer facility care. ...
How To Apply For Medicare Online When Turning 65!
UNITED STATES—Hi Toni: I am turning 65 in March 2021 and I was surprised when Social Security told me to go online to sign...
Medicare Rule…No One Remembers!
UNITED STATES—Dear Toni, just a quick note to say that my mother had to go into the hospital this week as she has the...
Transitioning Into Medicare The Right Way!!
UNITED STATES—Hello Toni: You have been referred to me as a resource that can answer questions I have about Medicare. I am turning 65...
2021 Medicare Part D Deductible, Donut Hole Costs…Released!
UNITED STATES—Toni: This year, the 2021 Medicare and You handbook did not include all the information regarding the Medicare Part D deductibles and “Donut...
Have Cancer…Must Return To Original Medicare During Enrollment!
UNITED STATES—Toni: Last year, I made a mistake when I retired and enrolled in a Medicare Advantage PPO plan because I understood from talking...