What Screening Services Are Covered by Medicare?
Blog Author: John DemkoBeing proactive about your health is an important way to be empowered about your health. Annual screenings at your yearly doctor’s appointment can help ensure you’re informed about your body and health. Not sure if a screening is covered by Medicare? The Official U.S. Government Website for ...
Everything You Need to Know About the New Medicare Cards
Blog Author: Todd LewisonWhy Are There New Medicare Cards? Medicare has issued new cards to take safety precautions to protect your identity. Before April 2018, your Medicare number was based on a Social Security number. However, this updated Medicare card gives you a new Medicare number that is not based on your Social ...
3 Reasons Why to Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan
Blog Author: Tom PetersonWhat is a Medicare Advantage Plan? A Medicare Advantage Plan provides coverage through private insurance companies instead of through government provided Medicare services. These private insurance companies provide all of the benefits of a Part A Plan, a Part B Plan, and in most cases, a Part D ...
Diabetes and Medicare: What’s Covered?
Blog Author: Tom PetersonMany people who are enrolled in Medicare have questions on how diabetic self-testing equipment and supplies are covered. Blood sugar (also called blood glucose) self-testing equipment and supplies are covered as durable medical equipment (DME) for all people with Medicare Part B who have diabetes, ...
Does Medicare Cover Nursing Facilities?
Blog Author: John DemkoAre you wondering if Medicare will pay for nursing facility care? We are here to clear up any confusion and explain what requirements must be passed in order to receive nursing care cost assistance from Medicare and what exact nursing care can be provided by Medicare.
Twin City Underwriters Turns 50!
Blog Author: Todd LewisonHappy birthday to us, happy birthday to us: Twin City Underwriters (TCU) just celebrated their 50th anniversary helping people make Medicare decisions.
Everything You Need to Know About Medicare (But Were Afraid to Ask)
Blog Author: John DemkoWe’re passionate about Medicare and health insurance but we’ll be the first to tell you: it’s confusing. With the ever-changing laws and legislation, staying on top of what you need to know about Medicare is a challenge.
