Linda Ava


  • Life Insurance with Medicare: Can You Pair Them?

    Life Insurance with Medicare: Can You Pair Them?

    Short answer: Medicare is health insurance, not life insurance. It won’t pay a death benefit, but you can absolutely have a life‑insurance policy while you’re on Medicare. In fact, many seniors find that a life‑insurance policy fills the financial gaps Medicare leaves behind, from funeral costs to long‑term‑care expenses. Why does this matter? Because once […]

  • Tremfya Medicare Part D: Coverage & Costs Explained

    Tremfya Medicare Part D: Coverage & Costs Explained

    If you’ve just been prescribed Tremfya (guselkumab) for moderate‑to‑severe psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, the first question that probably pops into your head is: “Will Medicare Part D actually cover this, or am I staring at a massive bill?” The short answer is yes—most Part D plans do cover Tremfya, but the exact out‑of‑pocket amount can feel like […]

  • Medicare Drug Price List: Your Simple Guide to Savings

    Medicare Drug Price List: Your Simple Guide to Savings

    Hey there! If you’ve ever blinked at a pharmacy receipt and wondered why the numbers look like a secret code, you’re not alone. The Medicare drug price list isn’t just a boring spreadsheet—it’s the key that can unlock big savings on the medicines you need. In the next few minutes, I’ll walk you through what […]

  • Inflation Reduction Act Medicare: What You Need to Know

    Inflation Reduction Act Medicare: What You Need to Know

    Imagine opening your Medicare statement and seeing a $35 tag next to your insulin, a $0 price for the shingles vaccine, and a clear line that says you won’t pay more than $2,000 out‑of‑pocket for all your prescriptions next year. That’s not a fantasy—it’s the reality the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is already creating for […]

  • Medicare for Caregivers: What You Must Know to Protect Your Loved One

    Medicare for Caregivers: What You Must Know to Protect Your Loved One

    If you’re caring for a family member or friend, the first thing that probably pops into your head is “Will Medicare actually help me?” The short answer is yes—​but only if you understand the rules, the enrollment steps, and the services that are truly covered. Below is a friendly, step‑by‑step guide that cuts through the […]

  • Leqvio Medicare Coverage: What You Need to Know

    Leqvio Medicare Coverage: What You Need to Know

    Yes—Medicare can cover Leqvio when a doctor prescribes it and you receive the injection in a provider’s office. In most cases you’ll pay a 20 % coinsurance after meeting the Part B deductible, but many people with supplemental (Medigap) plans end up paying nothing out of pocket. In the next few minutes we’ll walk through exactly how […]

  • Avara Medicare Coverage: Simple Guide for You

    Avara Medicare Coverage: Simple Guide for You

    Quick Answer Snapshot If you’ve ever wondered whether Medicare will pick up the cost of Avara (the brand name for leflunomide), the short answer is: yes, it can – but only if your prescription is part of a Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan that includes drug coverage. The exact out‑of‑pocket amount you’ll pay […]

  • Tuberculosis Vaccine Cancer: New Research Highlights

    Tuberculosis Vaccine Cancer: New Research Highlights

    Hey there! If you’ve ever heard the phrase “the TB vaccine might help fight cancer” and thought, “What? Really?” you’re not alone. It sounds like something out of a sci‑fi novel, but a growing pile of studies is turning that wild idea into something that could actually change the way we treat a handful of […]

  • NMIBC Treatment Options: Your Clear Path to Recovery

    NMIBC Treatment Options: Your Clear Path to Recovery

    Hey there, friend. If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you (or someone you care about) are navigating the maze of non‑muscle invasive bladder cancer, aka NMIBC. The name sounds technical, but the core question is simple: what can we do to keep the cancer from coming back and stay as healthy as possible? […]

  • Saliva Disease Markers: Fast, Non‑Invasive Diagnosis

    Saliva Disease Markers: Fast, Non‑Invasive Diagnosis

    Ever wondered if a simple spit could tell you whether you’re on the brink of a health issue? It might sound like a sci‑fi plot, but researchers are turning saliva into a crystal‑ball for diseases ranging from gum trouble to cancer. In the next few minutes we’ll unpack what saliva disease markers are, why they […]