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Medicare fraud never stops
December 7, 2009 Last month I visited a clinic giving free checkups to people who have Medicare. When I looked at my Medi-care Summary Notice today, I saw charges I didn’t recognize. more »» 
New initiative: 'Create the Good'
December 7, 2009 Last month I visited a clinic giving free checkups to people who have Medicare. When I looked at my Medi-care Summary Notice today, I saw charges I didn’t recognize. more »» 
Understanding different costs
December 7, 2009 People often ask about the cost of staying in a skilled nursing facility. First, let’s take a closer look at how the system works in the state of North Da-kota. more »» 
Great place for fellowship
September 7, 2009 The residents at Henry Towers have been enjoying a light, airy activity room since November 2008. more »» 
Get SSA estimate online
September 7, 2009 When do you want your Social Security retirement benefit to start? Whether completing your application online or with an SSA representative, your decision is part of the... more »» 
Fix the 'hitch' in the gitty-up
September 7, 2009 Those from the baby boomer generation have been the active, industrious backbone of our nation for many decades. more »» 
No cost-of-living increase in 2010
September 7, 2009 For the first time in many years, Americans will not receive cost-of-living increases (COLA) in their Social Security check in 201. more »» 
Scam artists pushing Part D
September 7, 2009 Seniors beware. Fall is fast approaching and before you know it, it will be time for you to consider your Prescription Drug plan options. more »» 
Coverage gap
September 7, 2009 This year, more than 19,000 older North Dakotans will have fallen into the “doughnut hole” – a coverage gap in Medicare’s prescription drug program that leaves individuals on the hook for all of... more »» 
Like-minded individuals
June 1, 2009 The Parkinson’s support group in Minot began in 2004, started by Eilene Emly and her late husband George, and has since grown to include 75-plus members. more »» 
Touching the lives of others
June 1, 2009 “I want my obit to read: He lived. He died.” That’s what Clay Rein of Minot has often been heard to say. more »» 
Beware of identity theft
June 1, 2009 Who is You? Every minute, about 28 people become victims of identity theft. more »» 
Medicare fraud affects everyone
June 1, 2009 There was a topic mentioned in President Obama’s speech to the nation and Congress on Feb. 24 that is exactly what the ND SMP program is working on! “In this budget . . . more »» 
ABCc (and Ds) of Medicare are explained
June 1, 2009 While this general information regarding Medicare is a refresher for some, it is new to many. more »» 
What is best retirement age?
June 1, 2009 A question often heard at Social Security is “What is the best age to start my SSA retirement?” The answer is that there is no one “best age” for ev-eryon. more »» 
Life undergoes huge change
March 2, 2009 Martha Nelson, 93, and other rural electric cooperative pioneers were honored by Verendrye Electric Cooperative and National Information Solutions Cooperative in January with a tribute held at... more »» 
It’s all about determination
March 2, 2009 Having a stroke doesn’t mean it’s the end of the world. Bob Watts of Minot is proof of that. more »» 
Plan your retirement online
March 2, 2009 Have you heard? Social Security has a new online retirement application and a celebrity spokesperson to help spread the word. more »» 
Time for a different health plan?
March 2, 2009 Now is the time of year – Jan. 1 through March 31 – that many Medicare beneficiaries weigh the options of choosing a different health plan. more »»
Salute to Seniors event scheduled
March 2, 2009 The 13th annual Salute to Seniors event will be held May 12 at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds Magic Place. more »» |
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