The bipartisan Insulin Price Reduction Act was introduced by Senators from the Senate Diabetes Caucus last month. The bill takes […]
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14
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Aug
08
Medicare Coverage: Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation
Age often comes with aches and pains, and that can lead seniors to take habit-forming painkillers or opioids. In fact, […]
Aug
06
New Trump Memo Proposes Cuts to Medicare Extra Help, Other Programs
The Trump administration has quietly released a memo which proposes lowering the federal poverty line. If passed, this would affect […]
Jul
25
3 Insulin Assistance Programs for Medicare Beneficiaries
About 33 percent of Medicare beneficiaries have diabetes, and many of them require insulin to manage their blood sugar. Despite […]
Jul
19
Could Medicare for All Make Medical Marijuana More Accessible?
Roughly 10 percent of Americans have access to medical marijuana and use it to treat conditions like chronic pain, insomnia, […]
Jul
17
Are Part D Enrollees Paying More for Generic Drugs?
Generic drugs may be cheaper than brand-name drugs, but according to a new study published in Health Affairs, many Medicare […]
Jul
17
Today’s Hot Topics in Medicare News
Kamala Harris rejects idea that ‘Medicare for All’ requires middle-class tax hike BY SETH MCLAUGHLIN: Sen. Kamala D. Harris of California said […]
Jun
25
The Cost of Retirement: What are the Surprise Expenses?
It’s never been more expensive to retire in the United States. This means it’s important for you to plan your […]
Jun
10
The Fine Print to Look for in Your Medicare Advantage Coverage Rules
When it comes time to enroll in Medicare, you might be tempted to purchase a Medicare Advantage plan because they […]
Jun
07
Part D Prices for Cancer Drugs Continue to Rise
Despite Medicare Part D closing the infamous donut hole, the prices of some drugs are still on the rise, and […]
Jun
04
The 10 Drugs that Cost Medicare the Most
In 2017, Medicare covered 30 percent of prescription drug costs under Part D. That added up to $101 billion, according […]
May
29
How Medicare Can Help with Diabetes
Are you living with diabetes and have health coverage through Medicare? Medicare covers many of the services and items you […]
