
Short answer: many Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans will give you cash back for gym fees, fitness classes, or even a new set of dumbbells – as long as you follow the plan’s paperwork rules. Below you’ll find a step‑by‑step roadmap that shows you how to spot the benefit, fill out the right forms, and […]

What is a Medicare advisor? In a nutshell, a Medicare advisor is a licensed professional who sits down with you, looks at your health needs, budget, and any existing coverage, then points you toward the best mix of Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D and Medigap options. What can they actually do for you? Beyond the advice, […]

Got your Medicare Summary Notice in the mail and wondered, “Is this a bill? Do I need to pay something right now?” Short answer: it’s not a bill. It’s a quarterly snapshot of the services Medicare covered for you, what Medicare paid, and the amount you might still owe. Long answer? That’s what we’re digging […]

Hey there! If you’ve ever wondered whether Medicare will foot the bill for dry needling, you’re not alone. A lot of folks with chronic back pain are curious, especially because dry needling feels like a promising option—but the insurance world can feel like a maze. In this post I’ll walk you through the facts, clear […]

Hey there! If you’ve been on Medicare for a while and someone mentioned a “wellness visit,” you might be wondering what the fuss is all about. Short answer: if you’ve had Part B for at least 12 months, you can schedule a Medicare wellness visit at zero cost (as long as the doctor accepts assignment). It’s not […]

Ever taken a sip from a bottle that smells like that “forgot‑the‑gym‑bag” drawer? Yeah, we’ve all been there. The good news? You don’t need a chemistry degree or a million‑dollar cleaning kit to get that fresh‑tasting sip back. In the next few minutes we’ll walk through everything you need to know to clean water bottles—whether […]

Short answer: yes, Medicare can cover the generic version of Aldomet—methyldopa—through Part D when it’s medically necessary. If you’ve been prescribed this old‑school hypertension drug and you’re wondering whether your Medicare prescription plan will foot the bill, you’re in the right place. In the next few minutes we’ll walk through exactly how methyldopa fits into Medicare […]

You’ve probably opened a piece of mail that says “This is NOT a bill” and thought, “What on earth is this?” That’s your Medicare Explanation of Benefits, or EOB for short. In the next several minutes we’ll walk through exactly what an EOB is, why it lands in your mailbox (or inbox), and how you […]

Quick Answer Overview Here’s the short version you’ve been waiting for: Medicare covers most opioid‑use‑disorder (OUD) services—including medication‑assisted treatment, counseling, and intensive outpatient care—often with $0 out‑of‑pocket if you use a Medicare‑enrolled Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). The only billable item you’ll usually see is the Part B deductible. If you’re on a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan […]

Hey there! If you’ve just gotten a Medicare claim denial and feel a knot in your stomach, you’re not alone. Navigating the Medicare dispute process can feel like trying to find the TV remote in a dark room—frustrating, but totally doable once you know where to look. In this guide I’ll walk you through everything […]