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Our world is re-opening, and our change anxiety is escalating. It reminds me of a new school year. Some of us can’t wait. Sales of clothing, salon services, and cosmetics are booming. And some of us are dreading all of it— the commute, the wardrobe, the grooming. Here is what I know for sure. It …
Since 2017 the increase in cost share to plan members have sharply increased. Here is a report by Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield. Cost-shares continue to climb Annual cost increases are evident in cost-shares—deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums, coinsurance and copays—which have moved higher for most groups, placing a greater burden on employees. The graph below shows …
When the pandemic hit, almost everything was thrown into disarray. Businesses were shut down, employees were forced to work from home, and medical offices had to adapt various new practices to safely see patients. Fortunately, modern technology has improved the quality of care when remote visits are the only option. Telehealth is the practice of …
Medicare Advantage plans are beginning to see that a broader application of these services can be beneficial for patients as well as providing a constraint to expanding hospitalization costs. See the article link: https://homehealthcarenews.com/2021/06/how-the-medicare-advantage-landscape-has-evolved-for-home-care-providers/
Depression is a mental health condition that impacts mood. It’s a fact that struggling with depression can be difficult – no matter what age you are. Not sure if you are wrestling with depression? Your primary care provider can provide a screening for depression to ensure that the condition is diagnosed and treated accurately. Depression …
Most Americans become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65. If you are still employed at that time and are not retired, you may want to stay on your employer’s healthcare coverage rather than opting to sign up for Medicare. But it’s important to note that your health care coverage doesn’t have to be an …
Moving is a stressful time because there’s no easy way to do it. You can hire movers for the heavy lifting, but there’s still a lot to do. Changing your address with state and federal bodies (such as the Social Security Administration), moving your internet or phone service, and dealing with utilities at two locations …