Myth vs. Fact: Medicare Is ONLY for People Over 65

Who's eligible for Medicare? Disabled child on wheelchair is playing, learning and exercise in the outdoor city park.

“Who’s eligible for Medicare?” And can you check your Medicare qualifications online? Medicare is federal health for people 65 and over and people with disabilities. The free parts provide hospital and medical coverage. You can also pay a monthly premium for additional options to supplement your basic coverage. If you know someone over the age of […]

Myth vs. Fact: Medicare and Medicaid are Essentially the Same Thing

Caregivers hand over senior hand. Learn differences between Medicare and Medicaid.

Government programs such as Medicaid and Medicare help people pay for healthcare. People sometimes confuse how the two programs work and the services they provide because they have similar names. In 1965, the federal government created both programs funded by taxes, but the programs and the coverage they provide are very different. The laws and […]

Myth vs. Fact: I’m in poor health, I can’t qualify for Medicare

There are many misconceptions concerning the qualifications needed for Medicare. Many people believe if they are in poor health, they won’t receive benefits. That is simply not the case. People do not have to be sick or have underlying health conditions to qualify for Medicare coverage. That being said, the reverse applies. If you are […]