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Medicaid Unwinding Process In VA

April 12, 2023 by Maria Williams

If you have Medicaid/FAMIS health coverage it’s important to know how to renew it so you can continue to receive the healthcare you need. Renewing your coverage is like renewing a subscription or membership – it’s a way to make sure you can keep using it without any gaps. In this blog post, we will break down the steps to renew your Medicaid/FAMIS coverage in simple terms, so you can understand and take action with ease. Let’s get started! Step 1: Automatic Renewal Before your renewal is due, Medicaid/FAMIS will …

United HealthCare OTC 2023

April 10, 2023 by Maria Williams

If you are a member of a UHC Medicare Advantage plan, you may have a UHC OTC 2023 benefit. Below is information about this benefit and how to use it. If you check the summary of benefits for your plan, you will be able to determine if you have access to the OTC benefit. If you need help or have questions about an OTC order call either 1-833-845-8798 for non-dual plan members or 1-833-853-8587 for Dual plan members. You can also call the member services number located on the back of your member ID card for answers to …

Difference Between Medigap and Medicare Advantage

August 10, 2023March 27, 2023 by Maria Williams

If You Live In the VA Tidewater Area Join Us At Our Upcoming Workshop If you are new to Medicare, you may be wondering what the difference is between a Medigap plan and a Medicare Advantage plan. Both types of plans can provide additional coverage beyond Original Medicare, but they work in different ways. Below is a break down of the differences between Medigap and Medicare Advantage to help you decide which option is right for you. What is Medigap? Medigap, also known as Medicare Supplement Insurance, is a type …

Aging in VA and Visiting the State Capitol

February 15, 2023February 9, 2023 by Maria Williams

Yesterday we went with the Peninsula Agency on Aging and the Peninsula Task Force on Aging to Richmond for Senior Day. On the table was a $700K shortfall for several of the 25 VA Agencies on Aging that was being voted on. We met with legislators and elected officials to learn about what is in store for Senior Virginians in the future and potential future legislation. Below are the several legislators’/ officials who took out the time to listen and share information. · State Delegates: Shelly Simonds, Marcia …

We Want You To Be In The Know Mascot

March 27, 2023January 31, 2023 by Maria Williams

As we gear up to start our educational seminars starting with Medicare a friend said “Hey Marie you should do a poster like the old We Want You poster but wear a Medicare hat”. I thought that was a great idea and that many people would remember the poster and might make the connection. It is how I feel about people understanding Medicare. I am turning into more of an advocate that people know what they are doing and don’t make mistakes out the gate. If they don’t have all …