Monthly Archives: July 2015

Good News, Bad News In Medicare Trustees Report

As Medicare approaches its 50th anniversary next week, the federal program got some welcome financial news Wednesday: Its giant hospital trust fund will be solvent until 2030. But the report warned that several million Medicare beneficiaries could see their Medicare … Continue reading

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Decrease limitations on coverage for Durable Medicare Equipment (DME) outside the home

Medicare only covers DME that is needed inside the home. This limitation restricts access to DME for those who are in skilled nursing facilities and altogether ignores a beneficiary’s need to safely navigate in the community. Congress should revise DME … Continue reading

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