by Dayna Schafer | Aug 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Autumn is approaching and that means our immune system will be lower due to temperature drops, increased rain, and lack of vitamin D. This, in turn, increases our susceptibility to the most common seasonal fall illnesses. Medicare helps cover the cost of vaccines that...
by Dayna Schafer | Aug 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
At this point, it’s obvious to say that COVID-19 has impacted our social lives and home lives…and especially the lives of our seniors. But do we really discuss dealing with the inner realities of being physically confined— cut off from our lifestyle—as easily as we...
by Dayna Schafer | Jul 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
According to the American Diabetes Association, 1 in 3 Medicare recipients have diabetes. If you’re a diabetic, you know insulin costs have skyrocketed in the past decade. It has increased 55% since 2014. Insulin copays are a huge financial burden, even at heavily...
by Dayna Schafer | Jul 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
None of us are racing to the age of 65, but we are racing to the undeniably good benefits of Medicare. The outrageous premiums are soon behind you. You’ve been paying your Medicare taxes for 40 quarters (10 years). Social Security has sent their initial letter...
by Dayna Schafer | Mar 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
A tiering exception can help make medication more affordable for patients who may not be eligible to participate in savings programs but need assistance covering costs. They can help a patient gain access by outlining the reasons why a treatment is necessary to meet...
by Dayna Schafer | Jan 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Way too often, I get calls about bills that Medicare Members don’t think they owe. Confused and frustrated, Medicare Beneficiaries often just pay the bill. Without the understanding of the EOB (explanation of benefits), you will continue to pay bills in the dark. If...
