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In the United States, statistics show that around 70 percent of seniors will need some sort of long-term care during their lives. There are over 65,000 long-term care facilities in this country ready to provide that care.  A person who relies on long-term care typically needs help with personal (custodial) care like bathing, dressing, and…

In the United States, Medicare has been the national health insurance program for millions of beneficiaries over the age of 65 or those under 65 with qualifying disabilities since 1965. In the beginning, Medicare had two parts. Part A covers health care services in hospitals, and Part B covers outpatient health care services like doctor’s…

Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) is available to all U.S. citizens at age 65. Medicare beneficiaries who have the required credits, earned through employment and tax payments, are eligible for premium-free Part A. While you serve in the military, your Social Security (SS) and Medicare taxes are automatic payroll deductions. Veterans can get…

Medical professionals and health care providers commonly use laboratory tests to diagnose diseases or medical conditions, identify health changes, plan and evaluate treatment options, and monitor disease progression. Without these valuable diagnostic tools, your health could be at serious risk, so it’s fortunate that Medicare covers many of them.   How Medicare Part A covers lab…

Whether you’re new to Medicare, or you’ve been enrolled for years, you might not be aware of all the benefits available to you through your Medicare coverage.  Here’s a look at five important benefits that you should know about: 1. Telemedicine services  If you live in a rural area or you can’t leave home easily,…

If you need to monitor your ketone levels, test strips can be a convenient and easy way to check. If your doctor suggests using ketone test strips due to a medical condition, or if you’re dieting and checking if you’re in ketosis, you may be wondering if your Medicare insurance will help cover the costs. …

Medical imaging has played a vital role in healthcare since the late 1800s, and the addition of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the 1970s opened new possibilities for detecting, diagnosing and treating injuries and disease. Today, the MRI remains one of the most powerful imaging tools used by doctors and specialists in the fight against…

Stress and anxiety are a part of everyday life for many people, including seniors. When stress and anxiety begin to cause debilitating health effects, symptoms may indicate an anxiety disorder, depression or some other form of mental health concern. Seniors who face mental health struggles like anxiety disorders are encouraged to speak with their primary…

Every year in the United States, approximately two billion X-rays are taken. Health care providers use these valuable diagnostic tools to examine bones, tissue, and air pockets inside the body, so they can evaluate medical conditions like:  Bone fractures Bone infections Muscle sprains and strains Arthritis Osteoporosis Lung infections Certain types of cancer  Heart conditions …

As people get older, fingernails and toenails may change in structure and growth rate. This can be the result of diseases, insufficient nutrition, exposure to chemicals or ultraviolet light, or the normal aging processes.  Some of the most common changes that can happen to your toenails as you get older are: They don’t grow as…

Vivitrol is the brand name for naltrexone, a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medication to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. Naltrexone is one facet of an overarching drug abuse treatment program encompassing counseling, behavioral therapy, lifestyle change, compliance, monitoring and psychosocial support.  Naltrexone, one of a class of drugs called opiate antagonists, is available…

The common cold is a nuisance and can sometimes keep you from your normal activities. Medications to reduce your symptoms are available at the pharmacy, but you may wonder if your Medicare health insurance helps cover the costs.  Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and health care products are becoming more and more popular in this country, and…