Remember hearing about the BENES Act (Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification Act) that was finally signed into law in 2020? Well some of the key provisions that will make Medicare enrollment easier and faster are set to take effect in January 2023. They will bring welcome changes for people on Medicare. This legislation includes provisions that … [Read more...] about Key Medicare Enrollment Improvements Start in January 2023, Thanks to the BENES Act
Does Your Health Insurance Invest in Fossil Fuels or Green Energy?
Does your insurance company invest in fossil fuels or green energy? Now you can find out and can align your health insurance in a way that not only helps you, but also helps keep our planet a livable place for you, your family and future generations. Our California Insurance Commissioner, Ricardo Lara just issued a new report and web page this week detailing insurance … [Read more...] about Does Your Health Insurance Invest in Fossil Fuels or Green Energy?
Beneficiaries Have a New Way to Get Medicare-Covered Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests
Did you hear the good news? The Biden-Harris Administration announced today 4/4/22 that all people with Medicare Part B now have access to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved over-the-counter COVID-19 tests at no cost. People with Medicare can get up to eight tests per calendar month from participating pharmacies and health care providers for the duration of the … [Read more...] about Beneficiaries Have a New Way to Get Medicare-Covered Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests
Let’s Simplify Medicare Enrollment ~ Support the BENES Act 2.0
For many people nearing Medicare eligibility, the question about whether or not to sign up for Medicare Part B is confusing and has significant financial and health coverage access consequences for getting it “wrong”. Those who are already receiving Social Security benefits at 65 years of age, don’t need to worry as they will automatically be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B. … [Read more...] about Let’s Simplify Medicare Enrollment ~ Support the BENES Act 2.0
Certain Beneficiaries on Hospital “Observation Status” Now Have a Right to an Appeal (Finally!)
After 11 years of legal battles, certain Medicare beneficiaries who have been under "observation status" while in the hospital can now file an appeal for payment of their nursing home coverage. The recent January 25th ruling that came in response to a 2011 class-action lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services is a huge victory for beneficiaries and will help … [Read more...] about Certain Beneficiaries on Hospital “Observation Status” Now Have a Right to an Appeal (Finally!)
