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Republican candidates in Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District race embrace their party's goals on budget, Medicare Published: Sun, May 27, 2012 Running to succeed U.S. Rep. Dan Boren, the only Democrat in Oklahoma's congressional delegation, 2nd District Republican candidates aren't running away from the deficit-reduction blueprint passed by the Republican-led House. Read More
Oklahoma County board approves preliminary budget for 2012-13 Published: Wed, May 23, 2012 Increased revenue estimates, decreased medical claims allows for half-percentage point increase over current fiscal year budget. Final working budget to be approved in June. Read More
Oklahoma House panel fails to advance insurance measure Published: Tue, May 22, 2012 The measure, Senate Bill 1059, was intended to allow insurance companies to offer standard health benefit plans, but critics said it would have allowed them to sell policies without providing required coverage. Read More
Outcome-based payments have cost-saving potential Published: Mon, May 21, 2012 A New York Times article also published in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette discussed a slowdown in the growth of health spending. Before 2009, health care spending invariably rose at 3 or 4 times the rate of inflation. But in 2009 and 2010, costs increased by only 4 percent and remained flat at 18 percent of our... Read More
Franciscan University drops student health insurance over contraception coverage Published: Sat, May 19, 2012 Franciscan University, a Roman Catholic school in eastern Ohio, says it will drop student health insurance partly because of a new federal health care rule requiring religious-affiliated institutions' insurance plans to provide contraception coverage. Read More
History shows Native Americans benefited nation Published: Sat, May 19, 2012 In response to Elliott Doane (Your Views, May 13): American Indians have made many contributions so Doane could enjoy the freedoms he so loves. The U.S. Constitution is based on the Iroquois Confederacy's laws. What about the Native American Code Talkers during World War II against the Japanese? Otherwise Doane... Read More
Medicare's future: Concern? Yes. Panic? No. Published: Tue, May 15, 2012 There’s been a lot of scaremongering lately about the future of the Medicare program. Is Medicare really going broke? How serious is the Medicare “crisis”? Here are some facts to help you decide. First, you should understand that this is all a bit like the boy who keeps crying “wolf”: The Medicare... Read More
Dental care essential to maintaining health Published: Mon, May 7, 2012 At every age, a trip to the dentist is important. Having all your teeth pulled and wearing dentures and plates is no fun and most importantly, readily preventable. Thanks to improved dental care, fluoride in water, and more healthful lifestyles, dental cavities are less common and many more Americans are able to... Read More
Community classes offered on Medicare, Social Security and more Published: Sun, May 6, 2012 Francis Tuttle is offering half-day classes on Medicare and more May 16, July 18 and Aug. 22. Read More
How to track down financial assistance programs for seniors Published: Mon, Apr 30, 2012 Dear Savvy Senior: What resources can you recommend for locating government assistance programs for seniors? My husband and I have been helping support his mother for the past three years and we can’t afford to do it any longer. -- Tapped Out Dear Tapped: Locating government benefits and financial... Read More
Medicaid: The safety net for long term care Published: Mon, Apr 16, 2012 The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and the days are getting longer: It’s spring. And if that doesn’t put a bounce in your step, your federal incomes taxes are probably finished for the year. So now you can relax, go for a walk, maybe clean out your closets. And think about the future. As... Read More
Recommended vaccinations for seniors Published: Sat, Mar 31, 2012 Dear Savvy Senior: What types of vaccinations are recommended for seniors? I know about flu shots, but what else is recommended and what’s covered by Medicare? -- Cheap Shot Sally Dear Sally: Most people think that vaccinations are just for kids, but adults, especially seniors, need their shots... Read More
Buying your own health insurance? Avoid these pitfalls Published: Mon, Mar 19, 2012 Brand name insurance companies are selling health coverage as skimpy as a hospital gown. The leading examples of so-called "junk health plans," according to Consumer Reports, are known as mini-meds, which CR describes as "legal but inadequate." Because the federal government has granted waivers -- a total of... Read More
With no insurance, Tulsa woman finds getting treatment isn’t easy Updated: Sun, Mar 18, 2012 TULSA — About six months ago, Lindsay Arias packed all her belongings into a bag to camp out at the 12&12 front office until she got help. She had no job or health insurance and all her relationships were on burned bridges. But the 34-year-old mother of three was turned away. Counselors said to try back in... Read More
Saving money on your prescription drugs Published: Fri, Mar 16, 2012 It’s that time of year again: Pretty soon, you’ll be sitting down with piles of paper in front of you, getting ready to fill out your federal income tax forms, wishing for some good news, for a change! Cheer up. There actually is some good news. Even if you end up having to pay Uncle Sam, you’re almost... Read More
How to save money on your prescription drug costs Published: Mon, Mar 5, 2012 Dear Savvy Senior: What tips can you recommend to help me save on my drug costs? I’m 62 years old, and currently take six different prescription medications that I can barely afford. --Poorly Insured Dear Poorly: There are actually a variety of ways you can reduce your medication costs without cutting... Read More
Supreme Court's health-care ruling will affect us all Published: Thu, Feb 16, 2012 At the end of March, the Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (the 2010 health care law), and the rhetoric has been flowing fast and furious. I happen to think the law is constitutional — but I’m going to leave the legal analysis for another time and place. Instead, I want... Read More
Brand new year, same old garbage Published: Mon, Jan 23, 2012 If anyone thought the new year would bring about a refreshing wave of truth and honesty on the Internet, well, then he is about as gullible as the people who believe the latest bit of trash that's floating around out there in cyberspace. I'd guess about 50 of my readers sent me the following message and asked me... Read More
Medicare's new prevention benefits Published: Mon, Jan 16, 2012 A champagne toast and a romantic kiss are New Year's Eve traditions for many, but when the celebrations end, it’s time to start a new tradition and see your health care provider for preventive services and screenings. Last year, Medicare marked an important milestone when, thanks to the health reform law, it... Read More
Early retirement and health coverage Published: Mon, Dec 12, 2011 Retiring early? Be sure you still have health insurance. The government website, www.healthcare.gov, is a good place to explore your options, and www.dol.gov/ebsa also provides some useful guides. Here are some steps to take: First, see whether your employer provides early retiree health coverage. Many employers... Read More
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