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Original Medicare Part A and Part B benefits do not provide coverage for routine dental care, so many recipients need to find solutions to help pay for dental services like checkups, X-rays, and teeth cleanings. Many recipients enroll in a separate insurance policy in order to get those benefits. Medicare…

West Virginia is home to incredible scenic views, but without proper vision care, it can be hard to enjoy the natural beauty of the state. Vision is an important sense, and when your sight suffers, even the smallest everyday tasks can become difficult to complete. Additionally, poor vision care can…

While regular dental care is vital to good oral hygiene, it can also greatly impact overall health. When left untreated, even common dental concerns like cavities can lead to abscesses and infections that can spread to the heart or other vital organs. Missing teeth that are never replaced can also…

The Young Men’s Christian Association, or YMCA, was founded in 1844 by George Williams, and today, the organization provides health and wellness resources and facilities to tens of millions of people across the world. Although the YMCA works with charities and human rights campaigns, it is perhaps best known in…

Louisiana is known for its eclectic culture and unique cuisine. Unfortunately, residents of the state are not immune to the nationwide epidemic of obesity. Obesity can be caused by array of lifestyle and medical factors, and treatment options were limited until procedures like bariatric surgery were introduced. Bariatric surgery provides…

Surgical procedures differ in terms of complexity and technology used, but most require some type of surgical tray. A surgical tray is simply a sterilized container or metal tray that houses various instruments that are commonly used in procedures. A surgical tray may come pre-packaged with sterilized tools, but additional…

Medigap is supplemental health insurance that Original Medicare recipients can purchase from private insurance companies to help cover some of the costs that Part A and Part do not. While Medicare covers many healthcare costs, you will likely be responsible for a percentage of the cost with no out-of-pocket limits….

Medicare allows some private insurance companies to create insurance policies that supplement Original Medicare Part A and Part B coverage. These plans, called Medigap or Medicare Supplement plans, are sold to eligible Medicare recipients. Medigap plans charge varying premiums based on the wide range of benefits offered by each plan….

Pre-existing health conditions are not excluded from coverage by Medicare Part A or Part B, but supplemental plans may delay coverage of a pre-existing condition in certain cases. Understanding how a pre-existing condition is determined and what your options are when it comes to supplementing your Original Medicare coverage will…