Life after a Hospital Stay Very few problems arise that present the same level of concern as an unforeseen, unexpected event that lands a senior loved one in critical care. It can happen without warning, […]
By Tucker Thompson, CSA 2016 Medicare Premiums “Hold Harmless” Social Security law currently protects about 70% of today’s Medicare recipients by disallowing annual increases in Medicare Part B premiums whenever Social Security determines there won’t […]
By Tucker Thompson, CSA More and more seniors on Medicare, with or without supplement insurance coverage or Advantage Plans, are getting stung with higher out-of-pocket expenses and fewer Medicare benefits in the ever-widening Medicare net […]
Courtesy Carrus Hospitals After being in a car accident, Sherman resident Carol Shea was in Carrus Rehabilitation Hospital for 11 days. Her therapy was customized, intense and designed to help her regain mobility and strength. […]
Courtesy, Grayson Home Health For chronically ill elderly patients, heading home from the hospital is a welcome transition — but one that requires the proper care to be successful. Transitional Care can help patients remain […]
Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement? Which Is Right for Me?
By Tucker Thompson, Collin LIVING WELL Magazine
Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C) are funded in part by the government, paying “preset” amounts to insurance companies offering them. Factors determining any monthly premium you pay include the rate set by each company, your county, the government reimbursement, and if a drug plan is attached. […]
Trips to the Emergency Room (ER) can be stressful, especially for a person living with Alzheimer’s or another form of memory impairment. Symptoms and behaviors of memory impairment vary greatly between individuals, and it can be difficult for ER staff to know how each person will react in this situation. Following are some tips for professionals and caregivers to use as guidelines: […]
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