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In reply to the discussion: I was in the ER last month when I was found passed out in the shower... [View all]TreasonousBastard
(43,049 posts)26. Personally, I'm terrified that the VA drops me for some reason...
like my income goes up or they change the rules.
I have absolutely no idea how to find basic services in the "open market". I have used non-VA specialists at times and Medicare came through, but it ain't always easy without "primary care".
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TreasonousBastard
Jan 2020
OP
Pesky fact -- Part C was enacted by Clinton in 1997. Until 2003, it was called Medicare Plus Choice
Hoyt
Jan 2020
#33
People need to go the the Medicare.gov site instead of paying attention to mailers.
Blue_true
Jan 2020
#58
+++ you are right, and you have choice you don't have with an advantage plan. Problem is
still_one
Jan 2020
#45
If you're eligible, the USAA Medigap plan is very good. Also check with Council On Aging
erronis
Jan 2020
#20
Good Luck! I don't have a supplemental because the VA takes care of most of my expenses...
TreasonousBastard
Jan 2020
#22
I just wish they would make it easier. I'm not stupid but this system makes me feel that way.
redstatebluegirl
Jan 2020
#25
Yes, amazing how the money/bills can pile on so quickly. My 1 day stay costs over $24K, when I ...
SWBTATTReg
Jan 2020
#4
Is there any other business where they can tell you they don't know what's wrong,
rainin
Jan 2020
#17
Frankly, $1000 would already be criminal if it were the whole bill, let alone your portion
Ron Obvious
Jan 2020
#44