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Toni Says: Medicare doesn’t cover everything!
Hello Toni,
My wife’s friend told her that she is receiving a free gym membership from the Medicare Supplement Plan G that she is enrolled in. The Medicare Supplement that we have does not include a gym membership.
I thought a Medicare Advantage Plan was the only way to get a gym membership at no cost. Any truth to this, as I never heard ...Read more
Toni Says: Does Medicare pay for diabetic supplies?
Dear Toni:
I recently retired and have always received my diabetic supplies from a mail-order program through my employer benefits. Last week, I received a letter stating the diabetic supplier will no longer be covered by Medicare. Does this mean that if I continue with my current supplier, Medicare will not pay for my diabetic supplies?
Toni,...Read more
Toni Says: Enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Why is my Medicare monthly premium over $700?
Hi Toni:
I enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan with a $0 monthly premium that began June 1 because I turned 65 on June 5. I disenrolled from my husband's employer benefits since the Advantage plan’s monthly premium was lower than what my husband was charged.
Now I am in shock because a Medicare premium of $732...Read more
Toni Says: Moving to Italy … Should we keep Medicare?
Hello, Toni:
My husband and I are currently enrolled in Medicare with a Medicare supplement and Part D prescription coverage, and we will be moving to Italy, then returning to the United States in a few years. I understand that there is no coverage from Medicare for overseas expenses and that we should seek a medical plan in Italy if we have ...Read more






















