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on a monthlong trip when he realized he had forgotten his blood pressure medication. They stopped in the next city at the chain outlet of their home pharmacy. Even then, it took the pharmacy almost three hours to get the proper verifications. But he got his medication, and they continued happily on their vacation!
We are all human. From time to time, things happen. Oops! I forgot to bring a medication with me on vacation. Is it possible to get a prescription filled while on vacation? Yes! Once a year, most Medicare Part D insurance providers allow a vacation override to be used. A vacation override is an exemption that will allow the plan to be billed twice within a certain period of time for the requested medications. The override can be used for multiple medications, if necessary. However, this exemption can be used only once per year. Any further medication fills beyond normal monthly refills would be paid out of pocket. Keep in mind that if you need to use the override, the pharmacy you use will be new to you, and you will be a first-time customer there. The pharmacy you use will have to verify your coverage, which could take some time.
Here’s how to use your vacation override:
1. Don’t panic, but be prepared to be patient.
2. Contact your Part D Plan Customer Service number on your ID card. Explain your situation and request guidance on receiving your vacation override. If possible, have the information in hand for the pharmacy you would like to use. 3. On the day you get your override fill, plan on your day’s schedule being slightly disrupted. After that, enjoy your vacation!
I first learned of the Part D vacation override several years ago from my father. He and my mother were 400 miles from home
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BACON-WRAPPED TATER TOT BOMBS
Sure, your showoff pal can wrap a tater tot with a piece of bacon and call it “The Daniel,” but you can take it a step further. Prepare a couple batches of these savory snacks for your Super Bowl party or the next family get-together. Snag a few for yourself before they disappear!
Ingredients
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4 slices bacon, quartered
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2 cups frozen tater tots, defrosted 1 ounce sharp cheddar, cut into 1/4-inch squares
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
3. Place tots seam side down on baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, using metal tongs to turn halfway through. 4. Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
1. Heat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Press a cheese square into each tot,
then wrap with a piece of bacon. Dredge each tot in brown sugar.
Solution
Recipe inspired by ThisGrandmaIsFun.com
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