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Medicare Open Enrollment – and New Benefits – Are on the Way

Posted on September 30, 2024 | by cvazzana
Medicare open enrollment is on the horizon. Now is the time to start thinking about any changes you may want to make to your Medicare coverage. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, some significant changes have come along for Medicare, and more will take effect in the near future. Continue reading →
Posted in Elder Law

Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?

Posted on September 30, 2024 | by cvazzana
Hearing loss is common in older adults, but many still don’t wear hearing aids. In addition to helping people to hear better, hearing aids have been demonstrated to have a positive impact on physical and mental health. Cost is a leading factor in why some people don’t use hearing Continue reading →
Posted in Elder Law

2024 Election: Harris, Trump on Social Security and Medicare

Posted on September 30, 2024 | by cvazzana
Keeping track and making sense of government policies and presidential candidates’ promises can be daunting during any election year. This year is no exception. Consider Social Security and Medicare, two 2024 election issues that are top of mind for older Americans. As with any election, Continue reading →
Posted in Elder Law

Voting Rights for People With Cognitive Impairment

Posted on September 30, 2024 | by cvazzana
We are fortunate to have a representative democracy here in the United States. And a fundamental aspect of a representative democracy is the right to vote, shared by all eligible citizens, including older adults, whether or not they have full cognitive abilities. Among the population Continue reading →
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my Social Security Transitions to Login.gov

Posted on September 11, 2024 | by cvazzana

Website homepage of the Social Security Administration.A free and secure online account can be used to manage Social Security benefits. Account users can also check application status, request a replacement Social Security card, and view notices online. By 2022, more than 64 million people had a my Social Security account, per the Social Continue reading →

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What You Should Know About the Medicare Tax

Posted on September 11, 2024 | by cvazzana

Pink piggy bank with a heart-shaped figurine and a stethescope.You may have seen the Medicare tax listed on your paycheck stubs or on your income tax return filings and wondered what it is. To learn more about what it is and what it pays for, continue reading.

What Is Medicare Tax?

Medicare is a federal public benefits program providing medical Continue reading →

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The Loneliness Epidemic: Helping Seniors Stay Connected

Posted on September 11, 2024 | by cvazzana

Smiling senior man waves at tablet during video call with family.In recent years, researchers have been finding potential links between feelings of loneliness and negative health outcomes. Feeling lonely may put you at greater risk of premature death, serious health problems, and higher suicide rates.

For many, the COVID-19 pandemic made social Continue reading →

Posted in Elder Law

License Renewals: What Are the New Rules for Senior Drivers?

Posted on September 11, 2024 | by cvazzana

Smiling older man in the driver's seat of a red convertible.For better or for worse, our current culture depends heavily on cars to get where we need to be. In many places across the United States, cars serve as the only convenient link to the outside world.

Today, seniors aged 70 and older drive fewer miles than younger drivers, according Continue reading →

Posted in Elder Law

Proposed Medicare Bill to Help Seniors With Medical Costs

Posted on August 8, 2024 | by cvazzana

Senior male patient resting in hospital bed.In the ever-evolving landscape of health care, one critical challenge has been ensuring that Medicare recipients receive the coverage they need without undue financial burdens. A new legislative effort aims to address a particularly perplexing issue: the distinction between hospital Continue reading →

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Feds Simplify and Clarify Various Medicaid Rules for States

Posted on August 8, 2024 | by cvazzana

View of homepage of Medicaid website on smartphone.Thanks to a new rule recently finalized by the federal government, obtaining and renewing health care coverage under the Medicaid program is set to become easier for millions of Americans.

What Is Medicaid?

Medicaid provides people living on limited income with access to health care Continue reading →

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