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In addition to certain special circumstances, you have the option of changing your Medicare Advantage plan up to four times per year.
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Do Military Retirees Have To Pay for Medicare?
While military retirees will have to pay Medicare premiums, other programs are automatically available to them to help pay for gaps in coverage.
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How Does Medicare Obesity Therapy Work?
For people looking to lose weight, Medicare’s obesity behavioral therapy and counseling program may help.
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Does Medicare Cover Kidney Transplants?
While Original Medicare covers most services surrounding kidney transplants, there are some exceptions and options for extra coverage you should know about.
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Do Military Retirees Have To Pay for Medicare?
While military retirees will have to pay Medicare premiums, other programs are automatically available to them to help pay for gaps in coverage.
Read moreHow Does Medicare Obesity Therapy Work?
For people looking to lose weight, Medicare’s obesity behavioral therapy and counseling program may help.
Read moreDoes Medicare Cover Kidney Transplants?
While Original Medicare covers most services surrounding kidney transplants, there are some exceptions and options for extra coverage you should know about.
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How Does Medicare Handle ALS Coverage
Americans with ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, can receive Medicare coverage soon after diagnosis.
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What Does Medicare Not Cover: Hearing Out-of-Pocket Costs
Under Original Medicare, hearing aids and exams to fit them aren’t covered, so out-of-pocket costs can add up to thousands.
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What Does Medicare Not Cover: Dental Out-of-Pocket Costs
Medicare can cover some dental services for hospital inpatients, but most other dental care is not covered under Original Medicare.
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What Does Medicare Not Cover: Vision Out-of-Pocket Costs
While routine eye exams or eyewear typically aren’t covered by Medicare, there are more serious eye conditions and procedures that can be covered.
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What Does Medicare Not Cover? The Most Common Out-of-Pocket Costs
Discover what Medicare does not cover, the most common out-of-pocket costs, and how to fill in your coverage gaps.
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Does Medicare Cover Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapy?
While Medicare Part B can cover outpatient rehabilitation therapy, it’s important to know your coverage benefits and out-of-pocket costs if you’re ever in need.
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