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Dear Marci, I recently got onto a Part D drug plan and am concerned about the donut hole. What should I know about it? - Lisa (Clinton,...
marycoupland5
- Feb 20
- 2 min
What are the Medicare Costs for 2024?
Dear Marci, I heard there are a few changes to Medicare costs this year. What should I expect? -Marco (Chattanooga, TN) Dear Marco, Yes,...
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marycoupland5
- Dec 30, 2023
- 12 min
Relocating Nursing Home Residents Can Be Fatal
By Emlly Paulin, Dec 2023, AAR Betty Jo Artrip's favorite spot in Mountain View Regional Hospital, her nursing home of more than seven...
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marycoupland5
- Dec 30, 2023
- 2 min
How Do I Request a Tiering Exception?
Dear Marci, I recently started taking a new medication. It’s covered by my Part D plan, but when I went to the pharmacy, I was charged a...
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marycoupland5
- Nov 27, 2023
- 2 min
What are Facility Fees?
Dear Marci, I went to the doctor last month and now owe more than I thought I would. I called the office and learned that they charged me...
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marycoupland5
- Oct 17, 2023
- 2 min
What do I Need to do During Fall Open Enrollment?
Dear Marci, I enrolled in Medicare earlier this year. My sister told me that Fall Open Enrollment for Medicare is coming up. What is Fall...
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marycoupland5
- Sep 10, 2023
- 2 min
Should I Choose Medicare Advantage or Original Medicare with a Medigap?
I have Original Medicare and a Medigap but have been seeing a lot of ads for Medicare Advantage Plans that seem great. I don’t want to...
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marycoupland5
- Aug 22, 2023
- 2 min
When Can I Enroll in Medigap?
I signed up for Medicare a few months ago, and now I want to enroll in a Medigap, too. When can I buy a Medigap? -Jerome (Wichita, KS)...
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marycoupland5
- Jun 23, 2023
- 1 min
FREE Senior Living Panel
Hosted by: Jeffrey Miller, REMAX Elite 425-921-0819 Johanna Munson, Peace of Mind Guide 206-825-9780 When: Tuesday, July 18th, 5-6:30pm...
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marycoupland5
- Jun 21, 2023
- 2 min
A Wealth of Benefits to Help our Compass & Clock Readers
For some families, our parents are denying they are getting older. For me, I just turned 61 and I'm wondering how did that happen so...
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marycoupland5
- May 9, 2023
- 2 min
What Mental Health Care Does Medicare Cover?
Dear Marci, What mental health care does Medicare cover? I have anxiety and depression, and my primary care provider recommended I see a...
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marycoupland5
- Apr 23, 2023
- 2 min
Does Medicare Cover Second Opinions?
Dear Marci, My doctor is recommending I get surgery. I do trust them but I want to get another opinion before agreeing to something so...
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marycoupland5
- Mar 29, 2023
- 2 min
Does Medicare Consider Me Homebound?
Dear Marci, I learned that Medicare may cover home health care for people who are homebound. How do I know if I am considered homebound?...
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marycoupland5
- Mar 5, 2023
- 1 min
SAVE THE DATE: The Road Ahead, April 8th
SAVE THE DATE: April 8th, 10am - 1pm, Road Ahead FREE Resource Fair. It's been quite a while since we have been able to host one of...
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marycoupland5
- Jan 24, 2023
- 2 min
How is the General Enrollment Period (GEP) for Medicare Different This Year?
Dear Marci, I missed my Initial Enrollment Period so am now planning to enroll this month during the General Enrollment Period. I’ve been...
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marycoupland5
- Sep 26, 2022
- 5 min
What is the Inflation Reduction Act?
By Sara Kraft Last month, the US government passed the Inflation Reduction Act, or IRA, which may be the most significant piece of...
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marycoupland5
- Aug 30, 2022
- 3 min
Big Changes Coming to Medicare Part D Plan
By Dena Bunis, AARP August 2022 Inflation Reduction Act limits out-of-pocket drug costs, caps insulin copays, makes vaccines free. For...
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marycoupland5
- Jan 19, 2022
- 2 min
How Will Medicare Costs Change in 2022?
Dear Marci, I am working on my budget for the new year and wondering what my Medicare costs will be in 2022? -Emma (San Jose, CA) Dear...
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marycoupland5
- Oct 14, 2021
- 2 min
What is a Medigap?
Dear Marci, I am 65 years old and have Original Medicare. I receive a lot of costly care and have heard from my doctor that I should look...
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