REMEDIGAP Blog

Are medical alert systems covered by medicare?

Some people may be curious if Medicare covers medical alert systems? Medical alert systems can provide a great deal of peace of mind for both seniors and their caregivers, but the cost of these systems can be prohibitive. There is a sense of comfort when wearing a medical alert device. You simply press a button

Read More »

Will Medicare Cover the Silversneakers Program?

What is the SilverSneakers program? SilverSneakers is a health and fitness program for seniors offered through participating health plans. It’s designed to help seniors maintain an active lifestyle and improve their health and well-being. It’s is a nationally-recognized exercise program designed to help adults aged 65 and over stay active and healthy. It provides access

Read More »

What is Medicare IRMAA for high income earners?

Medicare IRMAA stands for Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount and the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines who pays an IRMAA. It is a payment that high-income earners must pay when they sign up for Medicare Part B and/or Part D plan coverage. This payment is based on the individual’s modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) reported

Read More »

Issue Age vs Attained Age Medigap Plans

Attained Age vs Issue Age vs Community Rated Medigap Plans Do you have an idea of how insurance companies price their Medigap plans? Are you wondering how these companies will charge you for your plan?  How a company prices their policies will determine how much you end up paying for coverage.  Insurance companies have several

Read More »

Medicare For All Pros and Cons

One of the most popular healthcare topics in the United States revolves around “Medicare for All” and universal healthcare. What would it mean for the American people, patients and healthcare professionals? Physicians and health care professionals may be split in their support of a single-payer healthcare system. However, you should get an idea of the

Read More »

Does Medicare Cover Stem Cell Injections, Therapies and Treatments?

Stem cell injections and therapies have been extremely successful at helping people with a variety of chronic illnesses. We’ve recently begun to receive questions regarding: Does Medicare Cover Stem Cell Injections? Medicare will cover stem cell injections and therapies only if they’re medically necessary and are approved by the FDA. Below, you’ll learn which stem

Read More »

What Is The Medicare Appeals Process?

Question: My Medicare claim has been denied. I need to appeal my claim. What is the medicare appeals process and how does it work? medicare appeals process Not every Medicare claim that is filed will process smoothly the first time around. However, it’s pretty common and obvious to the medical billing staff what went wrong.

Read More »

Does Medicare Cover Mental Health?

If you’re new to Medicare, you may be asking, “Does Medicare cover mental health testing and treatment?” Yes, Medicare covers mental health and helps pay for many services. This article will take a look at all of your Medicare mental health coverage services. does medicare cover mental health? Yes, Medicare provides mental health coverage. Medicare

Read More »

Is Medicare Plan F Going Away?

Is Medicare Plan F going away? Yes, but it’s not going away for everyone. Have you been hearing rumors that Medicare Supplement Plan F (also known as Medigap Plan F) is going away? It’s true,  but not for all Medicare beneficiaries. Anyone who currently has Medigap Plan F (or Hi-Deductible Plan F) will be allowed

Read More »

Join our FREE 7-Day Medicare eCourse

Get our FREE Guide to 2023 Medicare Coverage delivered straight to your inbox.

REMEDIGAP Email course