October 21, 2024
Dear Marci,
My doctor said I’m due for my yearly mammogram. I’m new to Medicare. Are mammogram screenings covered?
-Kalani (Smithfield, VA)
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October 7, 2024
Dear Marci,
My doctor mentioned that she might want me to try a new medication next year, but I don't think my current Part D plan will cover it. How do I switch to a plan that will cover this medication?
-Liam (Pheonix, AZ)
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2024
Dear Marci,
I want to get the updated COVID vaccine this fall. Will Medicare cover that?
-Lucia (Miami, FL)
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2024
Dear Marci,
I just enrolled in Medicare a few months ago, and now I am hearing about Fall Open Enrollment coming up. What is Fall Open Enrollment, and what should I do during this time?
-Doreen (Austin, TX)
Read MoreAugust 26, 2024
Dear Marci,
A Medicare & You handbook is mailed to me every year, but I’m never quite sure what I should do with it. How should I be using my Medicare & You handbook?
-Luis (Casper, WY)
Read MoreAugust 12, 2024
Dear Marci,
When speaking to my insurance company, I was told to look out for an Annual Notice of Coverage in the mail. Can you tell me more about this?
-Sara (Greenville, SC)
Read MoreJuly 29, 2024
Dear Marci,
My doctor put me on a few new medications and my drug costs are becoming more difficult to afford. Is there any way to reduce my Part D costs?
- Arjun (Reno, NV)
Read MoreJuly 15, 2024
Dear Marci,
My pharmacist mentioned that I might be able to get onto a program called Extra Help. Can you explain the benefits of enrolling in this program?
- Malcolm (Houston, TX)
Read MoreJune 17, 2024
Dear Marci,
I’ll be turning 65 next month and will need to enroll in Medicare. Do I need to do this by next month?
- Mira (Coupeville, WA)
Read MoreJune 3, 2024
Dear Marci,
I recently got a letter saying that I might be eligible for the Medicare Savings Program. How do I know if I qualify?
- Imani (New York, NY)
Read MoreMay 20, 2024
Dear Marci,
I want to put together a plan with my health care wishes in the event that I’m unable to make decisions at some point in the future. Can you help me get started?
-June (Bar Harbor, ME)
Read MoreMay 6, 2024
Dear Marci,
Some of my friends were chatting about health care directives and future health care wishes. Is this really important to do right now? I’m in good health.
-Rafael (Garden City, UT)
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