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Will Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?
“Chris has been wonderful to work with — very knowledgeable and helpful. With the dizzying array of options for Medicare Part C plans, he was able to help us zero in on the best one for us! And his office was very helpful throughout the enrollment process when we had questions or delays. They kept us on track, making sure we followed through with our tasks and that we were getting responses/approval from SSA and the insurance companies as necessary.
THE ANSWER IS YES, IT DOES!
We highly recommend Chris and have referred our friends!”
– Linda A.
Healthier, Lighter Deviled Eggs
As you get older, the risk of being diagnosed with cataracts increases. About 50% of Americans over the age of 75 are diagnosed with cataracts. This diagnosis has increased each year, and with that, more people are wondering if Medicare covers cataract surgery — and the answer is yes! Let’s look at what cataracts are, how much Medicare will cover, and the cost you will have to pay out of pocket. What are cataracts? Most cataracts develop slowly over several years, and they consist of a cloudy window in your eye that causes your vision to become blurry, hazy, or less colorful. This may cause difficulty driving, reading, and doing other daily activities. You can either be born with cataracts or suffer an injury or glaucoma. However, the main reason for cataracts is aging because your eyes change as you get older. What part of Medicare covers cataract surgery? Cataract surgery is under Medicare Part B. It will cover your eye exam, pre- and post-surgery, anesthesia, cataract surgery, one pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses, and up to one year of follow-up care. Your Medicare plan will cover 80% of the costs, leaving you responsible for the other 20%. If you want something other than the standard lens, that may be an additional cost. How much will you pay for your surgery? The Medicare Advantage plan costs are $250–$400 per eye if you get the most common cataract procedure. If you only have Medicare Part B and not the Medicare Supplement, your surgery could cost around $316 at an ambulatory surgery center and $524 at a hospital outpatient department. There are several cataract surgeries you can choose from that Medicare pays for. Contact your agent for more information about these procedures and which one will work best for you and your needs. If you have any questions about Medicare and how much they will cover your cataract surgery, allow your friends and licensed agents at Omaha Insurance Solutions to assist you. We will be happy to look over your Medicare coverage, the different types of surgeries offered, and the cost you will pay for your procedure.
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Hard-boiled eggs are essential for Easter, so why not transform them into a healthy appetizer?
Ingredients
• 6 large eggs
• Optional: Hot sauce, to taste • Optional: Paprika and chives, chopped, for garnish
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp lemon juice
Directions
1. In a large pot, add eggs and cover with water. Put on high heat, and then boil eggs for 10 minutes. 2. Once boiled, peel eggs by gently tapping and removing the shell. (Adding the eggs to an ice bath after boiling can make this task easier.) 3. Cut eggs lengthwise and place yolks into a medium mixing bowl. Set egg white halves open side up on a plate. 4. In a bowl, combine yolks, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, and hot sauce (if desired) until smooth. 5. Transfer the yolk mixture into the egg white halves. Garnish with paprika and chives if desired.
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