The Medicare Category covers all parts including Part A (Hospital), Part B (Doctor), Part C (Medicare Advantage), Part D (Drugs) and Medigap (Supplements).
MedicareLifeHealth.com covers Medicare information extensively. It is our goal to help you make the best healthcare decisions possible for your unique situation. For this reason, this Category focuses on all parts of our national healthcare system and answers the most frequently asked questions.
The Federal Government administers these two parts.
This Category also covers the Supplemental Options…
MA/MAPD plans are bundled plans that include Parts A & B (and usually D). They replace Original Medicare and offer additional services and benefits.
In addition, this Category includes Medigap Plan information. Medigap Plans cover the additional expenses that are not covered by Parts A & B such as co-pays, deductibles and coinsurance.
Finally, this Category explores how to pick a plan that is right for you.
A good place to start is with this article about the differences in Medigap Plans and MA/MAPD.
Please enjoy browsing all of our healthcare articles. In addition, if there is a question you need answered that you cannot find on our website, please contact us and let us know! We are happy to help.
How to Dispose of Old Medications Do you have a stash of old or expired medications? Are you concerned about how to dispose of old medications? There are a lot of things you can do with old medications. However, there are also some things you shouldn’t do with unused medications. Let’s look at your options. … Read more
Does Medicare Pay for Dentures? One frequently asked question we get is “Does Medicare pay for dentures?” The short answer is NO. Teeth are important part of your health. However, dental care is not a covered benefit in Original Medicare. As a result, Medicare does not pay for dentures. Read on to find out how … Read more
Is Acupuncture Covered by Medicare Is acupuncture covered by Medicare? Only if you have chronic low back pain as defined by Medicare. Let’s look at what that means and what treatments are available. This article is part of our series “What Does Medicare Cover?” Click the link to read about more frequently asked coverage questions in … Read more
What Does Medicare Cover? The Most Frequently Asked Medicare Coverage Questions This is a quick directory answering what Medicare will and will not cover. We will list out frequently asked questions, brief answers, and links to more in depth articles if we have them. Medicare Ambulance Coverage Medicare does cover ambulance coverage for approved emergency … Read more
Does Medicare Cover Chiropractic Care / Services? Yes, when deemed medically necessary, Medicare does cover chiropractic services. Original Medicare Part B pays for 80% of the cost of chiropractic services. You will pay the other 20% is the co-insurance – unless you have supplemental insurance. “Medically necessary” chiropractic care is defined as manual manipulation of … Read more
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery? Yes, Medicare covers cataract surgery. Medicare Part B covers the costs associated with cataract surgery. This includes if you need corrective lenses as a result from surgery. (Such as glasses or contact lenses.) Let’s get into the necessary details you will want to know before cataract surgery. (Such as, how … Read more
Medicare Part B Premium 2021 The Center for Medicare Services has announced the costs of Medicare Part B Premium 2021. In addition, they have announced the changes to Part A Premiums and Part A and B Deductibles for 2021. We have included a helpful chart so you can see the premium and deductible differences from … Read more
Does Medicare Cover Ambulance Services? Yes, Medicare covers ambulance services in approved emergency situations. As with all Medicare covered costs, you will pay 20% of the cost of service, unless you have additional coverage. Let’s break down in more detail – what is covered and how it gets paid for. Does Medicare Pay for Ambulance … Read more
Best Hearing Aid Alternatives Hearing aids are expensive. We are talking thousands of dollars, sometimes even with insurance. In addition, they may be overkill for the amount of hearing support you require. Fortunately, there are hearing aid alternatives. You just need to know where to look and what to look for. Hearing Aids are Not … Read more
HMO vs PPO Which is Better? Insurance has changed a lot over the last 20 years, and there is no better example than the way we define and use provider networks. When you are looking at insurance plans, it’s important to compare HMO vs PPO. Which is better for you? We are here to clear … Read more