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What Do You REALLY Know About Medicare?

Beginning in 2011, one baby boomer will turn 65 EVERY EIGHT SECONDS!  This, of course will make them eligible for Medicare.  But what do Baby Boomers really know about Medicare, its coverage, and its limitations?  Do they even need it and when should they sign up?...

Dare I Actually Praise Medicare?

I have been sick with a kidney infection for the past 3 days.  Having had many of them in my lifetime due to a genetic disease, I know exactly what they feel like and can pretty much self-diagnose them.  I always keep “pyridium” on hand – it’s...

Why My Mom and I HATE the HIPAA Law

Okay, HATE is a strong word so let me just say that we highly dislike it.  The HIPAA law is the nemesis of all cargivers who are trying to help their aging parents or loved ones simply get things done! The HIPAA law stands for The Health Insurance Portability and...

Finding a Good Doctor For Your Loved One

Finding a good doctor for an elderly loved one can be a challenge. Many rural areas and smaller towns do not have gerontologists available. This means that a family will need to look at the non-specialists available in their area to provide medical care for their...