Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare

Almost every American over the age of 65 is covered by Medicare, or will be after they retire. However, there are a lot of aspects about this massive health insurance program that are not well understood by many people. With that in mind, here are a few things Americans often don’t know about Medicare and what you should know about each. Continue reading “Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare” »

Are Nursing Homes Covered By Medicare?

It’s estimated that 70% of seniors 65 and over will need some type of long-term care in their lifetime, and that includes nursing home stays. Now if you’re eligible for Medicare, you might assume that if you wind up in a nursing home, your costs will mostly be covered. But actually, that’s not true. Unfortunately, there are a lot of services traditional Medicare doesn’t cover, and nursing home care is one of them. If you really want to protect yourself from this potentially colossal expense, then you’ll need to consider investing in long-term care insurance. Continue reading “Are Nursing Homes Covered By Medicare?” »

Olympics for Seniors … The National Senior Games

With the 2013 National Senior Games in Cleveland, Ohio, having come to an end, here is information for anyone who may be interested in attending the 2015 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, Minnesota, Senior Games as either a spectator or a participant. Continue reading “Olympics for Seniors … The National Senior Games” »

The Medicare Eligibility Age Debate Rages On

With the American economy having seen better days, many observers and policy-makers are looking at possible cuts in Medicare to help keep federal costs from getting too far out of control. Continue reading “The Medicare Eligibility Age Debate Rages On” »

Should I Go on Medicare if I’m Still Working at 65?

A lot of people who are still working once they reach Medicare age aren’t certain whether they really need to sign up for Medicare during the seven-month Medicare Initial Enrollment Period in which they turn 65. Continue reading “Should I Go on Medicare if I’m Still Working at 65?” »

MedicareMall.com May Be Able to Help Your Company Save Thousands of Dollars a Month

How companies are getting smarter with their Medicare eligible employees and improving their bottom line. Continue reading “MedicareMall.com May Be Able to Help Your Company Save Thousands of Dollars a Month” »