Medicare/Medicaid Insurance Terminology
The language used in describing Medicare or Medicaid can trip us up. Recently, I was involved in a discussion regarding […]
Understanding Medicare
Understanding Medical Necessity
Medicare’s underlying logic is medical necessity. This logic was implemented in 1965 to prevent abuse of Medicare through overuse and
Medicare and Medical Records
As caregivers, we are often overwhelmed by our loved one’s health information.
Medicare and Second Opinions vs Consultations
Will Medicare cover a second opinion or a consultation? As a caregiver, we may notice subtle changes in our loved
Advantage Plans with Vision and Dental Coverage
As caregivers, we are often responsible for our loved one’s health coverage,
Disability MEDICARE and COBRA
As caregivers, we need to investigate whether other benefits are available if our loved one is legally disabled. I have
Medicare, Authorizations and PHI (privileged health information)
In 1996, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191 states protected health information (PHI) is
Post Hospital Care Out of Home
Post Hospital Care Out of Home We may find ourselves, as caregivers, needing to find an out-of-home placement for our