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Does Medicare Cover Allergy Shots?

If you suffer from allergies, you are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of people endure uncomfortable symptoms caused by everyday exposure to allergens such as dust mites, cat dander and pollen. Some people face seasonal allergies while others suffer from symptoms year round….

Does Medicaid Cover Prescriptions?

The cost of prescription medications can become an expensive burden for many Medicare recipients. If they also qualify for Medicaid services, these costs may be alleviated under certain circumstances. Prescription Drug Coverage Through Medicaid Recipients who qualify for full Medicaid coverage may have their prescription costs entirely covered, as well….

Does Medicare Cover Everything?

Medicare insurance helps millions of Americans pay for medical expenses, but understanding your coverage and out-of-pocket costs can help you manage your budget and prepare for the future. While Medicare helps cover many medical expenses, it does not pay for everything. Let’s discuss your Medicare options so you can enroll…

Does Medicare Cover 24-Hour Home Health Care?

Many people prefer to stay in the comfort of their own home to receive care for an illness or injury. If you or someone you are caring for is injured or ill and find it too difficult or uncomfortable to leave home for your health care needs, it may be…

Does Medicare Supplement Cover Deductibles? 

Original Medicare covers the costs of many healthcare-related services for millions of Americans. Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) cover a wide array of services and care, but many Medicare recipients find that their total out-of-pocket costs associated with Original Medicare can be higher than they are…

Does Medicare Cover Cancer Treatment?

Every day in the United States there are close to 5000 cancer diagnoses. People over the age of 65 make up 54 percent of new cancer cases every year, but Medicare recipients of any age may be diagnosed with a wide range of cancer diagnoses. Hearing your doctor say the…

Does Medicare Cover Visiting Angels?

Visiting Angels is the name of a privately-owned network of home health care agencies that are located all around the United States. Home health care can provide important services for Medicare beneficiaries who require skilled nursing care after an illness or injury. Medicare Part A and Part B may help…

Does Kentucky Medicaid Cover Dentures? 

Medicare beneficiaries who also receive Medicaid-related services, commonly referred to as dual-eligibles, may have access to certain dental services if their state offers coverage for those procedures. In Kentucky, recipients may need to meet certain income limits and establish an appropriate level-of-care need to qualify as a dual-eligibles. Two Common…

Does Medicare Advantage Cover Prescription Drugs? 

Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) provides all-inclusive coverage for Medicare recipients who wish to have their Part A, Part B, and additional benefits bundled within one plan. MA plans are required to provide the same benefits as Original Medicare, but many offer additional benefits, such as prescription drug coverage, vision…