What Most People Get Wrong About the Cost of a Cardiac Event Most people assume that once they leave the hospital after a heart attack or stroke, the financial burden is behind them. The reality is often the opposite. The ongoing costs that follow a major cardiac event can be just as significant as the
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What the New 2027 Medicare Advantage Payment Policy Means for You The federal government just finalized how much it will pay insurance carriers for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans in 2027, and the number is lower than most years. Here is what that means for seniors and what to watch for going forward. The
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Medicare Will Soon Cover GLP-1 Medications for Just $50 a Month If you or someone you love is on Medicare, this is news worth paying attention to. Starting July 1, 2026, eligible Medicare beneficiaries will be able to access certain GLP-1 weight-loss medications for just $50 per month, thanks to a new program from the
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UnitedHealthcare goes out of network with LVHN Starting January 26, 2026, UnitedHealthcare and LVHN will no longer work together. This means people who have a UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan will not be able to see LVHN doctors and specialists at in-network rates. If they choose to continue seeing LVHN providers, they may have to pay
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Local radio host Mike Mittman, host of Real Oldies 1470 WSAN, stopped by to endorse Hitcho Insurance Agency, highlighting the agency’s critical role in helping people navigate their Medicare. Mittman noted that the transition to Medicare is a “maze,” stressing that it’s a decision people “better get right.” He recognized Mike and his team for
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Hitcho Insurance Agency hosted the 16th annual AM790 WAEB Radio-thon to support Folds of Honor. This year, they helped raise over $10,000 from the help of clients and radio listeners who donated during the event. On Friday, September 5, 2025, Hitcho Insurance had Bobby Gunther Walsh broadcast his radio show, AM790 WAEB, live from
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Hitcho Insurance Agency received a notable certificate of recognition from Congressman Ryan Mackenzie on Thursday, August 29, 2025, during an appearance on WFMZ’s Community Connections. The award was given in light of Mike Hitcho moving offices to allow more room for client appointments and internal growth. Congressman Mackenzie praised Hitcho Insurance for its dedication to
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Medicare Part D savings are coming soon – Here’s what to know going into 2026. The Under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed by President Biden in 2022, allows Medicare to negotiate prescription prices. This change is designed to make medicines more affordable for people on Medicare Part D. This plan is set to take
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Walking canes can be an essential part of your everyday life. And if you’re on Medicare, you may be wondering if the cost of a cane is covered. The good news, Medicare does help cover the cost of walking canes, as long as they’re medically necessary. But how much will Medicare actually cover? And what
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When you approach the age of 65, Medicare becomes an essential topic of discussion. If you’re in Pennsylvania or elsewhere, many individuals are confused about whether they should opt for a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan or a Medicare Advantage plan. Let’s break down the key differences between the two options and how to determine which
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