by The Medicare Gal | Sep 13, 2021 | General Medicare Information
If you’ve read many of my articles, you already know that I’m a retired financial advisor. My specialty was working with pre-retirees who I’d meet through their employer. It was a great way to meet a lot of people who had some similarities in their...
by The Medicare Gal | Aug 23, 2021 | General Medicare Information
Phone SCAMS If you want to protect yourself and your family, here’s where you can learn about some common Medicare phone scams and what to do if you’re contacted. The phone scams usually start as people age into Medicare or around the Annual Election...
by The Medicare Gal | Jun 8, 2021 | General Medicare Information
Did you know that there is a difference between preventative visits and how Medicare covers them? There is the “Welcome to Medicare Visit” and then also the “Annual Wellness Visit”. Each of these exams offers different services. It is important...
by The Medicare Gal | Apr 5, 2021 | General Medicare Information
In the last month, I have received two phone calls about expats and Medicare – people who moved overseas, then came back to the United States and needed to access their Medicare benefits. Unfortunately for expatriates who move back, or repatriate, there can be...
by The Medicare Gal | Mar 22, 2021 | General Medicare Information
Until recently, Medicare has not covered acupuncture. As of January 2021, CMS announced some changes regarding this. What Exactly is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a type of traditional Chinese Medicine that was developed several thousand years ago. The procedure...
