Understanding Medicare costs
March 1, 2021
"What does Medicare cost?" is a common question. To further help with understanding Medicare costs, we decided to break down the costs for each "type" of Medicare. Read More >
Medicare For Me
We're giving you the latest advice, news and tips to help you "get aspired" about your health.
Conozca las opciones de cobertura de Medicare para personas mayores con diabetes
February 25, 2021
Una de cada tres personas con Medicare padecen de diabetes, según los Centros de Servicios de Medicare y Medicaid (CMS). Pero la buena noticia para las personas mayores es que Medicare cubre la diabetes y existen muchas opciones de cobertura de Medicare para las personas mayores con diabetes.Read More >
Six questions to ask if you are new to Medicare
February 22, 2021
There are different Medicare coverage options out there for you, so how do you decide? To make things easier, we've put together a list of six questions to ask if you are new to Medicare.Read More >
La diferencia entre una Visita de Bienestar Anual de Medicare y un examen físico anual
February 18, 2021
Con Medicare, existe una diferencia entre una "visita de bienestar anual" y un "examen físico anual". Una se concentra más en prevenir enfermedades y discapacidades, mientras que la otra se concentra más en verificar el estado actual de su salud general. Nos gustaría aclarar cualquier confusión que usted pueda tener.Read More >
How atherosclerosis affects the heart, brain and limbs
February 16, 2021
We recently invited Andreas Sakopoulos, MD, medical director and lead of the cardiothoracic and vascular surgery program at Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System, to present a Community Connections event on atherosclerosis for Aspire Health Plan members and others from the Monterey County community.Read More >
Does Medicare cover over-the-counter (OTC) medications?
February 9, 2021
We know some of the medications and health-related items you need may not require a prescription, and we also know Original Medicare and Medicare Part D do not pay for OTC drugs.Read More >