Waiting for Medicare appeals cut in half

The office who are responsible for Medicare coverage, appeals has cut the waiting period for seniors in half when they are requesting a judge. The Medicare appeal progress follows the announcement last Jan., which federal officials were going to work through a crushing blacklog by moving to the front of the line. And by suspending the hearings on cases from doctors and hospitals for the last 2 years. Beneficiary appeals, which were filed before the new policy was established could be languishing in the backlog piles, until officials can locate them. The appeals department...

Beware of Medicare scams

Even though 2015 open enrollment for Medicare is closed, scammers will operate all year round. Medicare scams cost the system $60 billion every year. When healthcare providers bill Medicare for services never rendered or for more services than they delivered, the victims are taxpayers who have to make up for the loss. Everyone will pay the high cost for health insurance. You will not face financial liability, however, you may face issues if your health insurance or medical records are compromised. To avoid Medicare scams you should treat your Medicare card like you would...

How to Appeal When you are Denied Medica...

If you disagree with a payment or coverage decision made by Medicare, you have the right to an appeal. About half of every appeals are successful. If you are enrolled in Part D or Medicare Advantage you have 60 days from the denial notice to file an appeal. You will start the appeal by appealing to your plan instead of Medicare. You will need to follow your plan’s instructions on their explanation benefits. Medicare’s Part D has a fast-track appeal of 72-hours if you have not received your prescriptions and the waiting could put your health in jeopardy....

Retirees are being snared by Medicare

The rules for enrolling into a Medicare program are complex. But when a person today postpone’s their retirement previous age 65, as lots of people are performing these days, it is really easy to get caught up in red tape. Older Americans cannot receive Medicare any time he or she wants. The easiest time to enroll is when you turn 65, enrollment is automatic. However, if you preserve functioning beyond 65 and opt alternatively to stay with your employer’s group health plan, your alternative for obtaining Medicare can be sharply limited. It is significant to...

Medicare Mistakes and Myths

Medical expenses and Medicare are among the most misunderstood parts of retirement spending and retirement. Surveys have documented how ill-informed both individuals and financial professionals are on these topics. It is no wonder that the leading reason for financial difficulties in retirements is cited as medical expenses that are not covered by Medicare insurance. Below are 2 items that often costs retirees a lot of money: You are suppose to enroll in Medicare Part B or C within 7 months, which begins three months before your 65th birthday. It will end three months...