Medicare beneficiaries will soon be eligible to obtain up to eight free rapid at-home Covid-19 tests per month, and, unlike their privately insured counterparts, they won’t have to pay for them upfront, the Biden administration has announced.
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October 14, 2021
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COVID Vaccination Information Added to Medicare’s Nursing Home Compare Site
Individuals who are researching nursing homes can now see staff and resident vaccination rates along with other quality and safety...
April 16, 2021
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IRS Announces That Face Masks and Related Purchases Are Tax-Deductible
The IRS has announced that the tax deduction for medical expenses includes amounts spent on face masks, sanitizer and other...
March 22, 2021
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How the $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill Aids Seniors
The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) delivers a broad swath of relief, covering families, employers, health care, education, and housing. The following are the provisions that most directly affect older Americans:
