If you’re new to Medicare, you may not know that there are two distinct ways to get prescription drug coverage: through original Medicare (Part A, Part B, and the addition of a Part D plan for prescription coverage), or through an all-in-one comprehensive Medicare Advantage (MA) plan, which typically includes prescription drug coverage not covered [...]
Is it better to have Medicare Advantage or Medigap? This is a common question that we hear from our patient community here at Meadowcrest Family Physicians. If you’re new to the world of Medicare, you may not fully understand all the reasons why beneficiaries look for coverage beyond traditional Part A and Part B Medicare. [...]
Prescription drug plans for seniors can be a complex and confusing topic. As we age, our healthcare needs change, and for many seniors, prescription drug costs can become a significant financial burden. That's where Medicare prescription drug coverage comes in. Luckily, there are many options available to help seniors afford the medications they need. These [...]
Are you a Medicare beneficiary looking for Medicare Part D plans to provide your prescription drug coverage, and wondering which one makes the most sense for your budget and needs? With so much information to take in about Medicare, as well as the many different plans to consider, deciding which one is best for you [...]
Finding the right doctor can be tricky at any stage in life, but as we age there are more unique considerations to factor into our search. Geriatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in older adults. Just like children see pediatricians based on the unique needs of childhood [...]
For many seniors, medications make up a large part of their annual healthcare expenses. If you have medicare advantage or are considering enrolling you may have concerns regarding the medicare donut hole. The donut hole coverage gap affects medicare beneficiaries once their annual prescription drug costs have reached a certain amount. This article will explain [...]
This article is meant to provide information about Medicare Supplement plans known as Medigap. We will also discuss how Special Needs Plans(SNPs) provide the same quality healthcare as other Medicare Advantage plans at a reduced cost to you. Medigap is a Medicare Supplement Plan Separate from Medicare Advantage The term Medigap refers to Medicare [...]
The most important thing to know about special needs plans is that they are a type of Medicare Advantage Plan. The specifics of special needs plans as well as eligibility and enrollment differ from other Medicare Advantage plans. This article is meant to provide information about Medicare Advantage plans and discuss how Special Needs [...]
The Donut Hole Coverage Gap Applies to Medicare Plans The Medicare “donut hole” is also known as the Medicare Part D coverage gap. The donut hole occurs when your total drug costs reaches a given limit during an annual coverage period. The total prescription drug cost before entering the Medicare Part D donut hole in [...]
If you’re new to Medicare, you may be surprised to learn that prescription drug coverage is not automatically guaranteed. As such, there are some different ways that you can get help paying for your prescriptions: Purchase a separate Part D prescription drug plan that is supplementary to your original Medicare plan Enroll in [...]
