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The Inflation Reduction Act: How Will it Affect Your 2023 Medical Expenses?
How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Help Seniors Manage Medical Expenses We have seen many buzzwords come and go in the last two years. Social distancing, mask mandates and even TikTok come to mind. But this year, one word has dominated the rest: inflation. Whether you’re talking about gas or groceries, inflation and its ill effects seem to leach into every conversation. And chances are, you’re thinking about the impact on your budget even when you aren’t talking about the economy. What effect is rising inflation having on seniors? According to a recent study, 80% of Americans over the [...]
4 Best Streaming Devices for Seniors
If you read our article on the best streaming services for seniors, we hope you were able to narrow down the list to one that suits your lifestyle. But your journey isn’t over just yet! Next, we’re going to look at the best streaming devices for seniors. There are several streaming devices to choose from, each offering different advantages. To help inform your purchase, we’ve put together a list of the best streaming devices for seniors. When you make your decision, you’ll (finally!) be ready to stream your favorite shows and movies whenever you want. What are the best [...]
Will Part B Premiums Increase In 2023?
Are you, like most seniors, wondering whether your Medicare Part B premium will increase again in 2023? This question has been on many minds after the significant increase in cost from 2021 to 2022. The 2022 increase was the highest to date, leaving many Medicare beneficiaries wondering how their Part B premiums will change in the future. Medicare Part B is the medical insurance part of an Original Medicare policy covering clinical research, ambulance services, durable medical equipment, mental health and some outpatient prescription drugs. Since most seniors pay out of pocket for Medicare Part B, these increases have had [...]
Do Calls About Medicare Have to be Recorded?
As a senior, privacy is probably very important to you. At the same time, you need to be able to trust that your Medicare agent is carrying out what you intend for your policies. With that mind, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made some changes to how seniors and agents interact. So you shouldn’t be alarmed to learn that as of October 1st, 2022, all calls with your Medicare insurance agents must be recorded. If you’re asking yourself, “Do calls about Medicare have to be recorded?” The short answer is “Yes.” Whether you work with an [...]
A Guide to the Best Streaming Services for Seniors
Get personalized Medicare assistance CALL NOW (855) 434-2657 Unlock personalized Medicare assistance Fill out this form and we will call you at a convenient time. What are the best streaming services for seniors? While there’s no specific streaming service aimed at seniors (yet!), some are easier to navigate than others and offer shows that appeal to a wide audience. You’ll definitely be able to find the right entertainment for you in the list below! (You can find more of our suggestions here) 1. [...]
Why More Seniors are Taking Up Forest Bathing—and How You Can Too!
When you hear the term forest bathing, you probably conjure the image of a sun-dappled pool in the midst of towering trees with intrepid explorers discovering and bathing in these wilderness gems. Sounds divine, right? But, unfortunately, not very accessible for seniors! Luckily, this practice requires neither a physical forest nor actual bathing. Much like the trend of flaneuring we introduced you to last year, forest bathing is about relaxation and natural beauty. Anyone can forest bathe regardless of age, physical condition or geographic location. What is forest bathing? Forest bathing is likely new to you, but the practice has been [...]
Senior Healthcare: Do I Have to Sign Up For Medicare if I Am Covered by My Spouse’s Insurance?
Get personalized Medicare assistance CALL NOW (855) 434-2657 Unlock personalized Medicare assistance Fill out this form and we will call you at a convenient time. What are my options if I’m eligible for Medicare but currently covered by my spouse’s insurance? When you turn 65 and are covered by your spouse’s employer insurance, you have several Medicare options. Here’s what you can do to ensure you have the coverage you (and your spouse) need. Option 1. Drop your [...]
Can I Drop My Employer Health Insurance For Medicare?
Should You Drop Your Employer Health Insurance for Medicare at 65? Our New Ebook Walks You Through Your Options For many seniors, determining the right health insurance plan involves asking about the value of employer health insurance compared to Medicare. You may be turning 65, but that doesn’t mean you’re retiring, which leaves many seniors wondering what they should do. Can I drop my employer health insurance for Medicare? The short answer is yes, you can drop your employer health insurance for Medicare. But a complex set of factors can make this decision complicated. You don’t have to leave [...]
Glimmers: Stop Doomscrolling and Focus on the Positive
Stop Doomscrolling: Focus on Glimmers for a Healthier Mindset We all want to connect with the world and with each other. We all want to be informed. The problem is, when you can't stop doomscrolling, the daily news can make humanity seem more bad than good. Over the past few years, you’ve read quite a bit on social media about all sorts of negative events. We’ve experienced the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise and fall of cryptocurrency, and even a few eerie small-town crimes, reminding us that anything can happen, anywhere. Getting caught up in an unfortunate pattern of looking for [...]
Missed Out on Plan F? Medicare Plan G Might be Right for You
If you’ve been in search of a Medicare Supplement Plan, or if you’re currently enrolled in Medicare Plan F, you might be hearing quite a bit about Medicare Plan G lately. Why? Well unfortunately, Medicare Supplement Plan F, which was long considered one of the best supplement plans, is no longer being offered to new Medicare enrollees. But the good news is that if you currently have Plan F and are happy with your choice, nothing will change for you. You can also still switch to Plan F if you enrolled in Medicare on or before December 31, 2019, Medicare [...]
