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Is it necessary to have Medicare if you already have veterans medical benefits?
Medicare is used by the VA to keep their own medical care expenses down. When a veteran eligible for medicare is under their care, the VA will bill Medicare to help ensure all veterans can be taken care of adequately. If you are eligible for medicare, apply to help the VA maintain high quality medical care for other vets.
In october 2001 what four changes were made to help in form medicare recipients?
Informing the medical staff
What is the federal tax id number for united healthcare community plan of va?
The plan provides low-cost medical coverage to Medicaid and Medicare Advantage recipients and is one of the largest providers of Medicaid coverage to states in the U.S. The Medicare Advantage plans combine the benefits of Original Medicare with additional features while allowing recipients to use their Medicaid ...
Are you eligible for Medicare under age 62 if your husband retires?
More information would really be necessary. In general, Medicare does not cover a non-eligible spouse. Purchasing a private inurance policy would be advisable. If you have special medical needs due to a disability, or if you turn 62, you may become eligible to apply for social security and Medicare under your husbands earnings if you don't qualify yourself.
You are turning 65 and have health insurance with your employer Are you eligible for US Medicare benefits?
Yes, you are eligible for Medicare when you turn 65. Take a look at this book to get a better understanding of your eligibility for Medicare: (See related link below for a pdf booklet.)
If you are on Medicaid can you change back to Medicare?
These are separate programs with different eligibility requirements - there is no such thing as changing back and forth. Medicaid will require you to apply for any and all other medical coverage for which you might be eligible, including Medicare.
if disabled and under age 65 when am I eligible for medicare if I need medical coverage now?
If you are disabled and under the age of 65, you are typically eligible for Medicare after receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for 24 months. However, there are certain exceptions for individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), who may qualify for Medicare immediately upon receiving SSDI benefits. It is important to apply for SSDI benefits as soon as possible to start the waiting period for Medicare coverage. Additionally, you may also be eligible for Medicaid benefits while waiting for Medicare coverage to begin.
Does Social Security pay for liposuction?
No. Social Security pays cash benefits and makes disabled and retired people eligible for Medicare, medical insurance available through the US government. Medicare does not pay for elective procedures, like liposuction.
What is a SSD card?
There is no such thing as an SSD card. It is a Social Security Card; this is issued to all US Citizens. If you apply for SSD or SSDI and are eligible for Medical coverage under Medicare, you will also receive a red, white, and blue Medicare Card.
Why is it important to obtain medical screenings?
It is important to get medical screenings to detect potential health issues early, which can lead to timely treatment and better outcomes. Regular screenings can help prevent serious illnesses and improve overall health.
Is medical alert monitoring covered by Medicare?
Typically, Medicare does not offer medical alert monitoring systems to most patients. Medicare will sometimes cover seniors for medical alert systems.
Is there an age requirement for receiving medicare coverage?
You must be 65 years of age or older to receive Medicare benefits. All the details of the program can be found at Medicare.gov and this site (ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html) has the medicare publication. There is an age requirement to be at least 18 years of age to be a case head for medicare coverage but other than that any one of any age can receive medicare coverage if eligible.
