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Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid
By Dena Bunis and Kim Lankford, AARP, June 2025 Here's how to avoid 10 Common Medicare Mistakes as some errors can set enrollees up for...
marycoupland5
7 days ago9 min read
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Biggest Social Security Changes for 2025
By Andy Markowitz, AARP December 2024 Monthly payments are going up, and drop-in service at SSA offices is largely going away. The ...
marycoupland5
Dec 16, 20245 min read
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How Can I Save On My Medications?
Dear Marci, My doctor put me on a few new medications and my drug costs are becoming more difficult to afford. Is there any way to...
marycoupland5
Aug 18, 20242 min read
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What is a Part D Donut Hole?
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
Mar 29, 20242 min read
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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,...
marycoupland5
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Dec 30, 202312 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Dec 30, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Nov 27, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Oct 17, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Sep 9, 20232 min read
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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)...
marycoupland5
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Jun 22, 20231 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Jun 20, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
May 8, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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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?...
marycoupland5
Mar 28, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Mar 4, 20231 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Jan 23, 20232 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Sep 25, 20225 min read
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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...
marycoupland5
Aug 30, 20223 min read
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