Frequently Asked Questions
Find the answers to all of your Medicare questions.
Should You Take an Omega-3 Supplement?
Is something “fishy” here?
5 Tasty Pumpkin Treats for Fall
5 yummy pumpkin treats!
4 Foods to Avoid if You Want to Age Slower
Nutrition is the key way to look good inside and out. Food is essential to life, but what kind of food makes you look lifeless? Below are some foods you should avoid if you are trying to look and feel younger. Candy and/or Candy Bars Candy bars are comforting, sweet,...
Caregiver Tips: Defeating Falls
Nothing is scarier to a caregiver of a loved one than to watch them fall and feeling helpless. Rushing to their side and hoping they are not injured is all we can do in the moment. 1 in 4 people over 65 falls each year. Falls for older adults means more injury (such...
Why Vitamin D Boosts Your Health
Health Benefits of Vitamin D Vitamin D, also known as the "vitamin of sunshine," is an extremely important nutrient that contributes to your overall health and wellness. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which ultimately leads to health benefits and improves...
Being prepared before you are caught off-guard
Kaiser Health News reported on a 44-year-old teacher from Austin, Texas who suffered from a heart attack. After four days in the hospital, the treatment cost $164,941; insurance covered $55,840, the remaining balance totaled $108,951.31. One of the reasons...
Can Fast Food Be Healthy?
Healthier options at your favorite fast food restaurants.
Seven Ways to Escape Cold and Flu Season
No cold or flu for you!
Medicare Supplement Plans: What Are They and Why Do We Use Them?
What you should know about Medicare Supplement Plans.
Medicare & Social Security: What You Need to Know
A new study conducted by MassMutual showed that 65% of those answering Medicare basic questions between the ages of 60-64 failed to answer most of them correctly. Specifically, 42% of older workers though that both Medicare Parts A and B are free. Additionally, 37%...
Chronic Disease Treatment
Chronic Disease Treatment A chronic disease is defined as a medical disease lasting three months or more. Medications cannot cure these illnesses, and vaccines will not prevent them, nor do they disappear on their own. Most chronic diseases are caused by poor eating...
What You Need to know about the Medicare Initial Enrollment Period
Medicare's Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) is an essential part of beginning your Medicare coverage. Whether you plan to retire at age 65 or wait until later, it's imperative you understand your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period. Here what you need to know: IEP is...
18 Medical Words to Never, Ever Confuse
18 Medical Words to Never, Ever Confuse Medical terminology can be difficult to understand and often confuse. However, there are many words that are not interchangeable and using them could make a medical mistake, endangering your health. Learning the difference in...
Science Says, You’ll Be Happiest During These Two Years of Your Life
Do you think you've experienced the happiest years of your life? Medicare Pathways wants to share some good news with you; the best is yet to come! According to new research, we're happiest at two points in our lives, not just one. Researchers at the London School of...
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month As you get older, alcohol may start to effect you differently. You may become more sensitive to it, and your regular drinking habits could become a problem. Drinking too much alcohol can cause falls and fractures. Alcohol can also...
5 Often Misunderstood Health Care Terms
How well do you know the terms associated with your health care plan? According to industry surveys, most Americans overestimate their knowledge of basic health care details. Don't let a lack of clarity get in the way of making the right decisions. Take a look at...
Should You Retire in 2018?
Should You Retire in 2018? Are you considering retirement for 2018? There are several factors you should review and questions you need to answer before you "clock out" for good. Do you have enough savings to support you? Before you consider retiring, do the math on...
Will Medicare Pay for an Ambulance or other Transportation?
Medicare Coverage for an Ambulance and other Medical Transportation Services Typically, Medicare only covers Ambulance services to and from a hospital, critical access hospital (CAH), or skilled nursing facility (SNF), when other transportation could endanger your...