Bill Jones lived in Lumpkin, Georgia and died of a heart attack because the nearest hospital was 40 miles away. But Bill Jones didn't have to die. Pam Renshaw in Folkston, GA had a similar …
Colonoscopies for Retirees – Too Many?
Recent studies show retirees on Medicare may have too many colonoscopies. Adults over the age of 50 should have routine colorectal screening, especially if you are in a high risk category. But how …
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How Obamacare Impacts Medicare Advantage Plans
Obamacare affected under age 65 health insurance but left Medicare alone. That popular belief is incorrect. Obamacare (ACA) reduces funding for Medicare plans and cut's reimbursement to carriers. …
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Aetna Medicare or First Health Part D Plan?
If you have an Aetna Medicare Advantage plan, Aetna or First Health Medicare Part D plan you may be in for a big surprise. The preferred pharmacy's listed on Medicare.gov for these plans and carriers …
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Medical Alert Systems
Georgia retirees should consider medical alert systems. Today's offerings go way beyond the "I've fallen and can't get up" device made popular with TV ads in the past. Many medical alert systems …
