Medicare Fraud is an important issue that often goes undiscussed. We want to offer you a valuable resource to help protect yourself from Medicare Fraud. You play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the Medicare Program. To fight fraud and abuse, it's essential to understand how to shield your organization from engaging in improper practices and violations of civil or criminal laws. This booklet provides tools to help safeguard the Medicare Program, your patients, a

The Alabama Elderly Nutrition Program has released its November menu , offering a variety of nutritious meals to help seniors stay healthy throughout the month. Meals are available at participating senior centers across Alabama, and homebound seniors may qualify for home delivery. Eligible participants include adults aged 60 or older, their spouses, and certain individuals with disabilities living with them. Participants can locate their local senior center or enroll in the p

The Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period kicked off on October 15 and will run through December 7. This is a great opportunity for Medicare beneficiaries to review their current plans and make changes if needed. During this time, beneficiaries can: Switch from Medicare Advantage plan to Original Medicare, or vice versa. Join, drop, or switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another (with or without prescription coverage). Join, drop, or switch from one Medicare Prescript

In recent months, some pharmacists and other immunizers may have experienced claim denials for the coadministration of COVID-19 and other Medicare Part B vaccines. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a statement on October 15, 2025, clarifying that these denials were made in error and that all affected claims submitted between July 1, 2025, and October 15, 2025, will be reprocessed automatically within 30 days. No action is required from the affected imm

Older adults are at significantly increased risk of hospitalization from flu-related complications such as pneumonia and inflammation of the heart and brain. As trusted healthcare professionals, pharmacists play a vital role in helping seniors stay protected during flu season. You can support them by: Encouraging annual flu vaccination. Reminding patients to wash their hands frequently, cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, and avoid close contact with anyone

The Alabama Department of Senior Services (ADSS) Elderly Nutrition Program provides free nutritious meals and a welcoming community where...

Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period is fast approaching, running October 15 through December 7 . As pharmacists, you play a key role...

Medicare scams are unfortunately on the rise, targeting both older adults and the healthcare system. By learning the warning signs,...

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for use in people aged 65 years and older, as well...

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