Today is National Senior Citizen Day - a day to celebrate senior citizens and show appreciation for their contributions to our communities. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan declared August 21 as the first annual Senior Citizens Day in honor of seniors
Intro by Katie Vella We are excited to have another installment of an informative blog by Marie Villeza of Elder Impact. This month she discusses part-time job options after retirement. Each of Marie’s blogs are designed to empower seniors against ageism. Check back
On July 11, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed innovative changes to the payment rules for Durable Medical Equipment Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) and the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) program. The DME proposals in the proposed rule aim
Having a licensed insurance agent to help you with your Florida Medicare needs is always a great idea. Medicare plans can and do change from year to year, so it is extremely important to have a local and licensed insurance broker
Intro by Katie Vella We are excited to have another installment of an informative blog by Marie Villeza of Elder Impact. This month she discusses planning and preparing for long-term care. Each of Marie’s blogs are designed to empower seniors against ageism. Check
Prescription drugs can take a big bite out of your budget. Your Medicare plan may offer cost-saving benefits that can be worth checking into to help keep more cash in your pocket. Explore some of the following ideas to help save
On May 30, 2018, over 100,000 older adults will participate in health promotion events and activities across the United States as we celebrate the 25th annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day. The common goal for this day is to help
Are you turning 65 soon or have otherwise recently become eligible for Medicare? If so, then you are most likely aware that there are many considerations that go into choosing the right Medicare plan for your needs. It can be very
Most people have more exciting things to think about other than healthcare terminology. But having a basic understanding of common healthcare terms and language can be very helpful. Here we explain the commonly used Medicare terms to help you stay informed about
For many people it comes as a surprise that there are late enrollment penalties associated with Medicare. Some may delay enrolling in Medicare because they are still working or perhaps thought enrollment happens automatically when one turns 65. Regardless of the
Are you turning 65 this year? If so, you probably already know that this is the year you are eligible for Medicare. Read on for some useful tips to keep in mind as you consider your Medicare enrollment options. 1. You
Have you heard the news? New Medicare cards are being issued to everyone starting next month and will no longer contain Social Security numbers going forward. Between April 2018 and April 2019, a new Medicare card will be mailed to each
As tax season approaches, it is important to remember that Marketplace health insurance affects taxes. If anyone in your household had a Marketplace plan in 2017, you should receive Form 1095-A in the mail. This is a tax form used to
The Ringling College Lifelong Learning Academy is offering a one-day conference on the social and psychological aspects of retirement. The conference will be held at the Social Hall of Temple Beth Sholom on Thursday, February 1st from 8:30 am – 4:00
Are you unhappy with the Medicare Advantage plan you chose during Medicare Open Enrollment or think you may have chosen the wrong Medicare plan? If so, you have between January 1st and February 14th to drop out of your Medicare Advantage
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As a result of hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has provided a special enrollment period for all Medicare beneficiaries in the impacted areas. This special enrollment period gives individuals an additional chance to
The one and only deadline this year for the Marketplace Open Enrollment is this Friday (December 15) if you want coverage in 2018. In previous years, open enrollment ran from November 1 – January 31. However new for this year, open enrollment
The deadline to enroll in a Florida Medicare plan is just one week away, on December 7. Medicare open enrollment (which runs from October 15 – December 7 every year) is the one time of year when you can make changes to
Enrollees in Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) should have received letters from their insurance companies by now detailing any changes in coverage for the year ahead, called the Annual Notice of Change. This document arrives
Open enrollment is rapidly approaching and is the one time of year when you can add or switch your health insurance coverage. In previous years, open enrollment ran from November 1 - January 31. However new for this year, open enrollment
Intro by Katie Vella In July I shared a guest post by Marie Villeza of Elder Impact. It was a terrific article about the health and safety challenges to traveling as you age. This is Marie’s second installment of informative blogs,
Open enrollment is rapidly approaching and is the one time of year when you can add, drop, or switch your Medicare coverage. Open enrollment for the coming year runs from October 15 to December 7, with coverage beginning January 1, 2018. During
Today is National Senior Citizens Day - a day to celebrate senior citizens and show appreciation for their contributions to our communities. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan declared August 21 as the first annual Senior Citizens Day in honor of seniors
