What is Medigap High Deductible Plan G?

What is Medigap High Deductible Plan G? If you're on Medicare, you may have heard of Medigap High Deductible Plan G. But what is it? In simple terms, Medigap High Deductible Plan G helps cover your Medicare deductibles and coinsurance. Medicare dedicates 80% of the cost of covered medical expenses, leaving the other 20% for …

Getting Dental Coverage Under Medicare

Getting Dental Coverage Under Medicare For seniors, one of the most important questions we at IPA hear about Medicare is whether or not it provides coverage for dental care. Unfortunately, the answer is not quite as simple as a yes or no. The kind of Medicare coverage you need for dental care, including oral surgery, …

Is Telehealth Covered by Medicare?

Is Telehealth Covered by Medicare? One thing that is for certain is that we are quickly moving towards a much more digital and patient-centered healthcare system. One that makes access to providers easier and more convenient than ever before. There is no greater evidence of this than the explosive growth of telemedicine (sometimes called telehealth) …

Does Medicare cover a life vest defibrillator?

Does Medicare cover a life vest defibrillator? Generally speaking, if medically necessary, Medicare covers internal and external defibrillators and other heart-related devices that can save lives. There are several different kinds of defibrillation devices. The two major types are automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillators (AICDs). What is an automated external defibrillator? …

How to become a licensed Medicare agent in Arizona

How to become a licensed Medicare agent in Arizona We at Insurance Professionals of Arizona are always looking for dedicated, caring, knowledgeable agents to join our team. If you have a passion for helping others, particularly senior citizens, integrity and honesty, you could be a perfect fit to become an agent with our team. Even …

Does Medicare Cover Laser for Neuropathy?

If you are someone that is suffering from Neuropathy, you might be wondering about coverage for different treatments. For example, does Medicare cover laser for Neuropathy? Given the tricky ins and outs of Medicare (sometimes Medicare coverage is based on your zip code), it’s always a good idea to do some reading and research on …

How Much Will a Pacemaker Cost Without Medicare?

Those with healthy hearts probably will never wonder, “How much does a pacemaker cost without Medicare?” But for those that need this lifesaving device, this is an all to common thought. Just like many things in the medical world, costs add up quickly. Original Medicare advantage plans are sold by private insurance companies and on …

How Have Population Changes Affected the Medicare Program?

According to the US Census Bureau, there are roughly 56 million adults aged 65 or older in the US. That’s about 16.5 % of the US population.  It’s been happening for a while–the portion of the population that’s 65 years old or above–has grown. Even so, many have growing concerns about the given economical challenges. …

What Medicare Advantage Plans With Hearing Aid Coverage Is Right For Me?

One of the realities that come with getting older is your hearing. The older you get the more it can change and sometimes not for the better. After your hearing begins to deteriorate, you may begin to realize that you may need to consult a specialist. This may mean you might potentially need a hearing …