The Associated Press calls it a “quirky bureaucratic rule”, others call it wasteful spending and still others say it’s par for the course for a government that has no clue about budgeting resources – and then they use the $18 trillion national debt as proof. It’s all true. Medicare continues to pay for drugs for the deceased, just as it’s done for decades. In November, 2014, the Health and Human Services Department's inspector general released a report that included a Medicare rule that … [Read more...] about Medicare Still Paying for Drugs for the Deceased
What You Need to Know Before Medicare’s Open Enrollment
Each October, Medicare’s Open Enrollment kicks off and for seven weeks, Medicare recipients can make changes to their coverage. Now, just a month away, here are a few things you need to know about Medicare’s Open Enrollment period for 2014. Medicare’s Open Enrollment This year, the Fall Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs until December 7. These dates are important because typically, it’s the only time of the year changes are allowed. If this is your first enrollment period, your … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know Before Medicare’s Open Enrollment
Free Report: Your Medicare Part B Costs in New Hampshire
Medicare Part B is actually broken down into two types of service coverage. One is reserved for medically necessary services, such as wheelchairs and other necessary supplies needed for health recovery. The second part covers those expenses and efforts associated with preventing illness and injury. Topics covered in this report iclude: Medicare Advantage PlansWhat Part B CoversWhat Medicare B Doesn't Cover Click here to read the whole article or download the PDF. … [Read more...] about Free Report: Your Medicare Part B Costs in New Hampshire
New Hampshire Dual’s Eligibility: Medicaid and Medicare
New Hampshire Dual's Eligibility: Medicaid and Medicare from Daniel DeBruyckere Dual eligibility is when one qualifies for both Medicaid and Medicare coverage. Learn more about Medicaid and Medicare eligibility in New Hampshire in this presentation. … [Read more...] about New Hampshire Dual’s Eligibility: Medicaid and Medicare
CMS Issues New Rules for Senior Housing
A new rule issued this year by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services means housing for seniors and those with disabilities who live in assisted living and residential care centers is no longer in jeopardy around the nation. “The original draft proposed rule by CMS was a real threat of possible dislocation to the seniors and individuals with disabilities our members serve every day,” said David Kyllo, Executive Director of the National Center for Assisted Living. “This is a major … [Read more...] about CMS Issues New Rules for Senior Housing
Free Report: April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and it's an ideal time to take a look at your estate plan to ensure you've made accommodations should you or a loved one is diagnosed. Topics covered in this report include: Identifying Parkinson's diseasePlanning Ahead Click here to read the whole article or download the PDF. … [Read more...] about Free Report: April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
Promising News for Alzheimer’s
Typically, when elder clients come to us for assistance in long term health planning, preparing an estate plan or updating their powers of attorney, it’s often because they have received upsetting medical news or because someone else they’re close is suffering. Even those who have established their estate plan well before retirement will often review those efforts to ensure they’re current – and it’s not uncommon that the diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s for someone they’re close to that … [Read more...] about Promising News for Alzheimer’s
New Hampshire Medicaid Waivers
Medicaid waivers are opportunities for states to make decisions associated with delivering and paying for health care services for that state’s residents. In 1981, the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981 put these options into place. It un-tied states’ hands in many ways and allowed each to determine its various needs associated with institutionalization, children’s healthcare, healthcare for the elderly and other important community based services. Political Channels A group of … [Read more...] about New Hampshire Medicaid Waivers
Bankruptcy on the Rise for Elderly
Imagine working hard your entire life, raising children, paying off a mortgage and putting money back for that glorious day when you walk out of your employer’s door for the last time and into retirement and all that it promises. And then imagine the moment you realize your efforts weren’t enough. You believed they were and you’d been told to play by the rules and it all falls into place - except, it didn't fall into place. A new report reveals that bankruptcy filings among senior citizens and … [Read more...] about Bankruptcy on the Rise for Elderly
New Hampshire and its Balancing Incentive Payments Program
If it seems as though the laws associated with Medicaid in New Hampshire are confusing, you’re right. There are several confusing aspects to providing long term care either in home or in a hospital or similar facility. Now, though, it could be shifting if New Hampshire lawmakers are able to incorporate the Balancing Incentive Payments Program. Balancing Incentive Payments Program BIPP is being incorporated not only in New Hampshire, but other states as well; it’s a $3 billion … [Read more...] about New Hampshire and its Balancing Incentive Payments Program
