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Posted in ALTCS, Family & Caregiver, Hospitals, Medicare, Social Workers, Uncategorized on Oct 17th, 2009
So many of our calls that come in for our “Free Pre-Screen” have to do with Advance Directives - or I should say – the Lack of having Advance Directives in place. Please do not wait to complete your power of attorney forms. You should have a Financial Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney [...]
Posted in ALTCS, Medicare, Social Workers on Jul 17th, 2009
Are you thinking about applying for Arizona Long Term Care but are unsure if you or your loved one will qualify? Jackson White offers a free phone analysis. Our Elder Care Coordinator’s are available to answer any questions you may have about the benefits of the program and eligibility criteria. Please don’t hesitate to call [...]
ALTCS applicants commonly wonder whether they will be eligible for ALTCS if they receive Medicare benefits or are privately insured. So long as you meet ALTCS eligibility requirements, you are permitted to do as you wish with Medicare and private insurance.
Because ALTCS is a payer of last resort, ALTCS members can enroll in whichever Medicare [...]
Posted in Medicare on May 1st, 2009
Just to let you know, according the The Centers For Medicare Advocacy, the antiviral medication that are effective against swine flu: TAMIFLU and RELENA are covered under most Medicare Part D plans.
New ALTCS members are likely to already have an existing relationship with a primary physician. It can be difficult for members to find a new physician which they trust with their medical concerns. To avoid this dilemma, new ALTCS members should try and select an ALTCS network to which their primary physician belongs.
You may continue [...]
Posted in Medicare on Mar 27th, 2009
Q: How can I get mail order drugs?
A: Mercy Care Plan is contracted with Express Scripts for an extended supply of maintenance drugs using mail order pharmacy services.
Mail order can only be used to fill prescriptions for “maintenance” drugs. Maintenance drugs are defined as drugs that are taken on a regular basis for a chronic [...]
Posted in Medicare on Mar 26th, 2009
Q: What if I can’t afford to pay my co-pay?
A: It is very important that you still take your medication. You many need to ask for help. Some ideas you can try are:
Ask your doctor to write your prescriptions for generic drugs.
Get your maintenance drugs through mail order for only one co-pay for a 90 [...]
Posted in Medicare on Mar 25th, 2009
Q: How much are my co-payments?
A: Since you are on Medicaid, you qualify for extra help with your co-payments. Depending on your income, you will pay the following:
Generic Drugs: $1.10 OR $2.40
Brand Name Drugs: $3.20 OR $6.00
Posted in Medicare on Mar 24th, 2009
Q: Why do I need to start paying co-payments now?
A: There is a small co-payment for all Part D prescription drugs. The State of Arizona has been paying your prescription drug co-payments. Now that there is a state budget deficit, the State no longer has the money to pay for Medicare Part D co-payments.
Posted in Medicare on Mar 23rd, 2009
Q: Who covers prescription drug costs?
A: Medicare pays for most of the prescription drugs you need. You receive both Medicaid (AHCCCS) and Medicare benefits, including Medicare Part D Prescription Drug benefits. If you are Medicare eligible, Medicaid (AHCCCS) does not pay for your prescription drugs (with the exception of a very few types).