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How do I switch from physical therapy at home to physical therapy at a clinic? I have been receiving physical therapy at home for several months and am now able to walk well enough to leave my home on a regular basis. My doctor wants me to continue physical therapy at an outpatient clinic. Will Medicare pay? Read More

What services will Medicare pay for to diagnose dementia or Alzheimer’s disease? Recently I have been having trouble with my memory. I often feel disoriented and confused. My children are worried and want me to go to a doctor and see if I have the beginning stages of Alzheimer's. What will Medicare cover? Read More

Will Medicare cover home health services if I have Alzheimerâ€™s? My mother has Alzheimerâ€™s disease and I need help taking care of her at home. Will Medicare pay for someone to help her? Read More

Can I get the Medicare hospice benefit if I have Alzheimerâ€™s disease? My father is suffering from advanced-stage Alzheimerâ€™s disease and I want him to get hospice care. However, his doctor will not prescribe it because he cannot be sure exactly how long my father may live with the disease. What can I do? Read More

I have Alzheimer’s disease and Medicare has been refusing to pay for my care. Is there anything I can do? I have Alzheimer's disease and Medicare has been refusing to pay for my care. Is there anything I can do? Read More

Can I avoid the Part B premium penalty if I did not enroll in Medicare Part B when I was first eligible? I didn't apply for Medicare when I turned 65 even though I did not have health coverage from my job or my wife's. I know that there is a penalty and enrollment restrictions for enrolling late. Is there any way I can avoid this? Read More

Will my Part D plan ever pay for drugs that I get at an out-of-network pharmacy? Will my Part D plan ever pay for drugs that I get at an out-of-network pharmacy? Read More

If someone else is responsible for my accident, will Medicare pay for my care? If someone else is responsible for my accident, will Medicare pay for my care? Read More

What income does Social Security look at to calculate a higher Part B premium? I just found out that my part B premium is now higher than my neighborâ€™s. I know that the Part B premium is higher for people with more income. What does Social Security look at to determine my Part B premium? Read More

I am 62 years old. Can I get Medicare if my spouse is over 65? I am 62 years old. Am I eligible for Medicare if my spouse is over 65 and enrolled in Medicare? Read More

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