Steps to Take After a Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Posted: November 21, 2021
Steps to Take After a Lung Cancer DiagnosisNovember is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is a leading cause of death in the U.S., second only to heart disease. If you have received a lung cancer diagnosis, you may be experiencing a range of emotions and feeling more than a little overwhelmed. You might be worried about the cost of treatment, side effects, and survival. It may help to give yourself some...
Get the Facts About Hospice Care and Medicare
Posted: November 6, 2021
Get the Facts About Hospice Care and MedicareNovember is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Hospice care is compassionate end-of-life care. It includes services intended to provide comfort for terminally ill individuals. Palliative care is specialized medical care, performed to relieve pain and stress, with a focus on the needs of the patient, not on the prognosis. Medicare provides coverage for hospice care. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) reports...
Tips for Avoiding Medicare Fraud and Abuse
Posted: October 21, 2021
Tips for Avoiding Medicare Fraud and AbuseMedicare fraud is committed when someone knowingly deceives Medicare to get payment or a higher payment than the healthcare provider is entitled to receive. Medicare abuse occurs with practices resulting in unnecessary costs for Medicare. Examples include overcharging for supplies or services, misusing billing codes, or billing for unnecessary services. Medicare fraud and abuse are more common than you may think. Fraud schemes can range...
Understanding Medicare Coverage for Stroke Survivors
Posted: October 6, 2021
Understanding Medicare Coverage for Stroke SurvivorsWorld Stroke Day is Friday, October 29, 2021. This is the day to focus on stroke prevention, and on healthcare options for individuals who have survived a stroke. Major side effects of stroke include decreased mobility, problems with hearing, vision, or balance, and paralysis. What Does Medicare Cover for Stroke Survivors? Every year, more than half a million people over the age of 65 suffer...
What is a Medicare Supplement Plan?
Posted: September 23, 2021
What is a Medicare Supplement Plan?If you’re approaching your 65th birthday and starting to research options for Medicare, navigating through all of your new health care choices can be overwhelming. In addition to enrolling in a Medicare plan to meet your anticipated needs, you’ll also have to decide if a Medicare Supplement plan is right for you. At Erie Insurance, we’re here to help. Here are some things you should know when considering...