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Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Why Medicare is important
3+ hour, 18+ min ago (112+ words) New Castle News Flood Watch from MON 11: 00 AM EDT until MON 11: 00 PM EDT Joel Mekler is a certified senior adviser. As your eligibility approaches, you might question whether Medicare will fulfill your needs. That's common! Javascript is required for you…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Making the case for Medicare
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (100+ words) New Castle News Joel Mekler is a certified senior adviser. As you get closer to eligibility, you may wonder if Medicare will meet your needs. That's normal! Medicare often faces criticism, especially regarding its high prescription drug costs or limited…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Higher income means higher costs
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (103+ words) New Castle News Joel Mekler is a certified senior adviser. Many new Medicare enrollees are often surprised to find that Medicare isn't free. Those with higher incomes also face increased costs. Javascript is required for you to be able to…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Two Medicare deadlines are near
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (149+ words) New Castle News Joel Mekler is a certified senior adviser. The deadline of March 31 is approaching for two key Medicare enrollment periods. Every year, there are two distinct Medicare enrollment periods, from Jan. 1 to March 31. The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Quick tips for navigating Medicare's Open Enrollment
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (160+ words) Feeling overwhelmed when choosing a Medicare plan? You're not alone. Many beneficiaries tell me they thought they knew what to expect, but the process still felt confusing to them. Don't worry, though " it's normal to feel that way. Here are…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: How to survive and thrive during Medicare Open Enrollment
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (155+ words) Every year, from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, the Medicare election period, also known as Fall Open Enrollment, takes place. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can reassess their coverage needs and make changes that will remain in effect for the following year....
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Your choices during Medicare annual enrollment
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (162+ words) For Medicare beneficiaries, it's essential to keep track of important dates, particularly Oct. 15, when the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) begins. This fall window is available to all Medicare enrollees. Unlike the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment from January to March,…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Important dates and reminders for the 2026 Medicare Open Enrollment
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (171+ words) I wish I could say that everything becomes straightforward after choosing your initial Medicare coverage. However, to manage your finances effectively, it's important to stay vigilant. Joel Mekler is a certified senior adviser. I wish I could say that everything…...
Joel Mekler | Medicare Moments: Benefits of having a primary care physician
9+ mon, 4+ week ago (134+ words) When needing urgent medical attention, where should you seek help " an emergency room, urgent care, or your primary care physician? For non-emergency situations, millennials prefer the convenience of urgent care clinics or walk-in centers. This is because nearly 50 percent of…...
Cardio Diagnostics Receives Gapfill Payment Rates for AI-Driven Cardiovascular Tests from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (110+ words) CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2025-- Cardio Diagnostics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDIO), an AI-powered precision cardiovascular medicine company, today announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), through the Mol DX program, has issued preliminary gapfill payment rates of $350 for…...