Does Medicare Cover “Expensive” Injections in Doctor’s Office?
Does Medicare Cover “Expensive” Injections in Doctor’s Office? Toni: I have been laid off this week with my current employer’s benefits ending August 31. I turn 65 in August and will be enrolling...
What is a Retiree HRA Account?
What is a Retiree HRA Account? Hi Toni: My husband is an oil company retiree and two weeks ago, we received a letter stating that his employer is terminating all Medicare eligible retirees Aetna and...
Baby Boomers Stressed Out Trying to Understand Medicare??
Baby Boomers Stressed Out Trying to Understand Medicare?? Toni: I am a confused Baby Boomer who needs to make my Medicare decision this October when I turn 65. I am currently on an individual...
Why is My Medicare Part B Premium Over $400 Monthly…I Was Laid Off!
Why is My Medicare Part B Premium Over $400 Monthly…I Was Laid Off! Dear Toni: Been reading your articles regarding COVID-19, being laid off, and enrolling in Medicare properly. I have not...
Telehealth or House Call Doctor Visits Due to COVID-19 Stress!
Telehealth or House Call Doctor Visits Due to COVID-19 Stress! Toni: My 86-year-old mother with Alzheimer’s needs 24-hour care and lives in a personal care home. She is enrolled in a Medicare...
Doctor’s Advice…Get Traditional Medicare…What’s That?
Doctor’s Advice…Get Traditional Medicare…What’s That? Good Morning Toni: Have been reading your column for over a year and now I need some Medicare help. I am retiring and turning 65 in...
Enrolled in Medicare…Now I Can’t Fund My HSA!
Enrolled in Medicare…Now I Can’t Fund My HSA! Reader Alert: Toni turned 65 on Wednesday, May 20th and has now joined the maze of Medicare. She will discuss what Medicare issues she meets in the...
Starting Medicare…Why Is Part B Costing $578?
Starting Medicare…Why Is Part B Costing $578? Toni: My Medicare begins June 1st and I have received my first bill which is $578.40 with the premium due by May 25th. I do not see this Medicare cost...
Have an Emergency Survival Plan in Place Due To COVID-19?
Have an Emergency Survival Plan in Place Due To COVID-19? Toni: We are new to the Houston area and Hurricane Harvey absolutely stressed my wife, Joy, to almost having a nervous breakdown. In...
Does A Medicare Supplement Have A PPO Network?
Does A Medicare Supplement Have A PPO Network? Dear Toni: I am turning 65 in July and my husband is retiring January 2021. Both of us are covered by his company health plan. I am being bombarded by...
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