How Does Medicare Work in Florida? 

In Florida, there are over 4.6 million Medicare enrollees. Forty-eight percent of those Medicare recipients have coverage through a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan, while approximately thirty-two percent have Original Medicare alone. Twenty percent have Original Medicare plus Medicare Supplement insurance (Medigap).  Medicare is a federal health insurance program, so every state has the same…

Does Medicare Cover Counseling? 

Counseling is a mental and behavioral healthcare treatment solution that millions of seniors find beneficial. Seniors and retirees may discover that they need counseling. Reasons include a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety or substance abuse. Counseling sessions generally take place in an outpatient setting.  Seniors are able to visit a clinic to…

How Does Medicare Advantage Work? 

As of 2022, there were approximately 64 million people enrolled in Medicare health care insurance in the United States. Twenty six million of them were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan.  Medicare Advantage isn’t a substitute for Original Medicare insurance, but rather an alternative way for eligible beneficiaries to get their Medicare coverage. Medicare Advantage…

Does Medicare Cover Dentures? 

Your teeth play an integral role in your overall health. The condition of your teeth can ultimately determine what foods you’re able to eat. This can affect your nutritional intake, mental health, and overall wellness.  Healthy teeth can improve your quality of life.  Unfortunately, whether due to age, wear, oral health concerns or other factors, seniors…

What is the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period? 

If you’ve missed Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period but you’re still not satisfied with your current Medicare Advantage plan, you may still have an opportunity to make a change. If you qualify to participate in the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA-OEP), you may have questions.  Why choose Medicare Advantage? When you become eligible for Medicare,…