What Is HIPAA? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects patients’ privacy. The law limits how health plans, including Medicare and [...]
Hospice care is a type of health care that patients with terminally ill conditions rely on at the end of their lives. This type of care focuses on pain management and emotional, spiritual, and [...]
Many older adults face difficulties accessing and preparing meals. Yet eating a nutritious diet is essential for maintaining health, particularly as we age. For those with barriers getting to the [...]
The number of people enrolling in Medicare Advantage programs offered through Medicare-approved private companies has increased over time. Based on this trend, more than half of all Medicare [...]
In an alarming number of instances, private Medicare Advantage plans are denying coverage for medical services that would be covered under original Medicare, according to a federal [...]
Vaccines can become less effective over time. Even individuals fully vaccinated as children may need to update their immunizations. Medicare Parts B and D offer vaccination coverage. Medicare [...]
When a loved one needs long-term care, whether due to a mental or physical infirmity, there may be several options to consider. Hospice care is an often overlooked option for those people who [...]