Do I have to pay for medicare PLUS Humana?I can't seem to get any one on the phone.Can't pay both.Help me?
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Medicare does charge $88/month for Part B (doctor insurance).  But Medicare has deductibles and coinsurance, which is why you might want to pay for Humana coverage too.  But, be sure you understand what type of Humana plan you are in.  \nA Medicare Advantage plan is an HMO that replaces your Medicare coverage, and no additional insurance is needed.  SSA pays the HMO your premium, and you pay only a copayment at the time of service.
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Health insurance can be a croc of sh**  I don't have group coverage so I had to get some short term individual coverage. Get this, if I ever file a claim of any sort, I can not renew with that company ever...  what a joke.
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Sounds like you are on an HMO plan right now.  If he is on both plan then go ahead and choose PPO.
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Ask Medicare where you can find one.  They are very fussy about where you buy things, so it is easier to just ask them.
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Eligibility:\nGenerally speaking, Medicaid is for low-income people and Medicare is for older Americans (65 and above). However, there is some blurring of the lines. For example, you can get Medicare before you’re 65 years old if you have kidney disease. Also, anyone who has received Social Security disability benefits is automatically enrolled in Medicare.\n\nEnrolling:\nGenerally, you apply for Medicaid at the state Medicaid office and Medicare at a Social Security office.\n\nFinancing:\nThe state and federal government jointly fund Medicaid. The state contributes a certain amount and the federal government matches that amount. Medicare is financed through federal trust funds. The money in these funds is largely made up of payroll taxes, Medicare insurance premium payments, and government contributions.\n\nCoverage:\nMedicare is divided into different parts. The two most important are Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical and drug benefit insurance). Medicaid coverage depends on your income level and where you live. For people with Medicare, Medicaid is an insurance of last resort. That means that if Medicare can pay, then Medicare pays. Medicaid can help pay Medicare premiums, copays, and deductibles.\n\nCost:\nMedicaid is free. Medicare is similar to private health plans. It has premiums, copays, and deductibles. It’s just a lot less expensive than private plans.\n\nTake care,\n\nBarnes @ MostChoice\nhttp://www.mostchoice.com/health-insurance.cfm
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You can pass on it, but like part B you have to wait for the next open period to sign up and it may cost more. If you are not taking any meds or have medicaid please call medicare and they will advise you. 1-800-772-1213. It takes awhile to get to a person, but they are help full, at least for me they have been.You can also check out the web page: www.ssa.gov
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Hey Jewel,\nI am a dentist and if a person pays for the service in full on the same day I render it I will give them an 8% discount (Only 4% with a credit card as I have to pay the 3-4% for credit cards used in my office).  I don't do this for insurance patients because I have to collect the insurance payment directly from the insurance company and that takes a couple of weeks so I don't receive payment the same day.  One person suggested Care Credit for financing treatment and that it a great suggestion. I don't work with Care Credit but I work with the Dental Fee Plan through Capital One which is very similar and I'm sure your dentist has some institution he or she works with- just ask them.  I don't consider it tacky when a patient asks for a discount as long as they do it tactfully.  Just say something like "Do you have a discount for cash patients?"  Believe me cash patients are my favorite patients. Insurance companies are a pain in the butt to deal with and I have to take a discount when working with them, so I sure don't mind to do it for my cash paying patients. BUT...I DON'T GIVE THEM A CASH DISOUNT UNLESS THEY ASK FOR IT.\nDr. R.
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If she was on Medicare, there is a death benefit I believe it is like $250 only.  Did she own any property that you can sell? A home, furniture, jewelry? If the answer is no, then you will have to tell the funeral director that you cannot pay the bill in full- make arrangements for a payment plan, and also, check his bill to what is the acceptable fees for your area- you can go online and get that info from your state.....if you do not own a home, there really isn't anything the funeral director can do.   Sorry for your loss
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You might, but you will need to contact Medicare or the company you have your plan with.
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play around with the tools on medicare.gov there are more factors you may want to look into than just cost... such as what pharmacies in your area accept what plan. call some local hospitals, lots of them in my area have volunteers who can help you out if you think you need help finding a plan
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I don't think it's a question of whether or not Medicare\nprefers them.  Instead, is the health care provider a "Medicare provider". Do they "Accept" Medicare. If they do, it means they file the claim to Medicare and they accept\npayment from Medicare. You are only responsible for the Deductible and 20% of the Medicare "allowable".  If the health care provider is NOT a Medicare provider, and does NOT "Accept" Medicare, then they will still file a claim to Medicare. HOWEVER, you are responsible for whatever Medicare does NOT pay. You end up having  to pay a lot more\nyourself. I would always ask a provider whether or not they are Medicare providers and whether or not they accept the Medicare payment. If they do....  great
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If you can’t get insurance through work, your best option is to talk with local Georgia-licensed health insurance agents. They’ve probably helped people in your situation before. Medicaid is out because you make too much money and you’re too young and not sick enough for Medicare. If you can afford $70/month for health insurance, there are health plans available to you. However, you will still have to pay a high deductible with a plan that has a low monthly payment. Your insurer or the hospital will work out a payment schedule with you where you can pay off your medical bill over time. It might be worth it since your problem is affecting your ability to make a living.\n\nCheck out MostChoice.com. It’s a free, no obligation Web site that specializes in connecting state-licensed agents with people interested in health insurance. It’s a Atlanta-based company that has connections to agents throughout the state, including Coweta County. Just fill out a short form, review free online quotes on Georgia insurers, and within 48 hours agents should contact you. Tell them about your situation and what you can afford, and they will do the rest. All you have to do is wait until one of them delivers a solution that makes sense.\n\nWhatever you do, though, please get help for your problem. You’re too young to be hobbled like you are; you might have to choose between having some medical bills that take a while to pay but have a good foot, or have less debt but have trouble walking.\n\nYou can find MostChoice here: http://www.mostchoice.com/health-insurance.cfm\n\nHope this helps,\n\nBarnes@MostChoice
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I need the email address for humana-medicare, can you help me?
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Either you forgot to pay your bill,or you did something illegal that they deemed reason to suspend your service. I would contact your provider and ask for the reason!
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Just be careful when you choose a company. A lot of these \ninsurance companies have signed up people with the idea that it is just Medicare part D coverage. When in fact, the\nperson has signed up for a "Medicare Replacement policy".\nTrust me, you don't want that. You end up with paying more out of your own pocket for doctor visits and hospital stays.\nIt's really sad, because you think you're just getting the drug coverage.
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Not always.  Do you have a Medi-gap policy with prescription coverage?  This may cover you and you do not need Medicare D.  If not, even though you do not have medications now, you may in the future.  If you try to sign up then, you will be penalized and it will cost you more per month.  Go to www.medicare.gov and check out the plans.  It could be helpful.  Good luck.