Thanks to Medicare, more than 56 million Americans – five out of six who are age 65 or older – have vital health care coverage. However, seniors and pre-retirees need to understand the finer details of the federally funded program if they want to get the full benefits to which they are entitled. Here are
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Top Questions to Ask Your Primary Care Doctor
The best defense against illness and disease is to be proactive with your health via accessible, comprehensive primary care. Many people have chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension (high blood pressure), and arthritis – to name a few. Studies have shown that having a primary care doctor can not only dramatically improve
Read MoreWhat is primary care for elderly patients?
Primary care is an important source of comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. However, it is especially vital to seniors, who are more likely to have at least one chronic medical condition – such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or hypertension – that must be consistently managed. Numerous studies show that a patient’s quality
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Medicare is no doubt a godsend to seniors 65 years and older and younger people living with qualified illnesses or disabilities. Nonetheless, it can be a source of confusion for potential and new beneficiaries, leaving them with a lot of questions about its services and requirements. Whether you are new to Medicare or a potential
Read MorePalm Medical Centers Announces Acquisition of Robert V. Barbarite, M.D., P.A., Primary Care Practice in Broward County
CORAL GABLES, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Palm Medical Centers (“Palm”), an MBF Healthcare Partners II, L.P. (“MBF”) portfolio company, announced the acquisition of Robert V. Barbarite, M.D., P.A., a six-provider internal medicine practice in Parkland, Florida. The medical clinic becomes Palm Medical Centers’ 21st primary care location in Florida, and its seventh new center opened during 2021. It is
Read MoreFamily Doctor Advice on Senior Care
If you are looking for senior care for yourself or a family member, it can be a daunting task. After all, options for elderly care run a wide gamut, depending on the senior’s individual needs and capabilities. Some seniors require minimal assistance with their daily tasks, while others with chronic medical conditions need constant care
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If you are 65 or older and are enrolled in a Medicare program, you’ll want to take full advantage of your benefits. To do that, you’ll first need to not only be sure that your current or prospective primary care physician (PCP) accepts Medicare, but also that your type of Medicare plan covers the medical
Read MoreA Complete Guide to Preventive Primary Care
When you are feeling ill or sustain an injury, your first stop for medical care is your primary care physician (PCP). However, your PCP offers a lot more than just “reactive” diagnosis and treatment for what ails you. This doctor also provides “proactive” preventive medical care, which is designed to detect or prevent disease and
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Once they turn 65 years of age, Americans qualify for Medicare – which is a federal health insurance program started under the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) that is now administered by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Some younger people with disability status as determined by the SSA are also
Read MorePalm Medical Centers Announces Acquisition of Dr. Profet Health and Wellness Center in Hillsborough County
CORAL GABLES, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Palm Medical Centers, an MBF Healthcare Partners II, L.P. (“MBF”) portfolio company, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Dr. Profet Health and Wellness Center, LLC, a primary care practice in Tampa, Florida, led by Dr. Mario Profet. The medical clinic will become
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