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COVID-19 UPDATE

As of July 20, 2021, the Delta variant is being reported as an increasingly serious virus with infection numbers rising. As Georgia and Alabama are reportedly seeing higher spikes in infections, all face to face appointments are being suspended except on a case by case basis. While I realize that many of you have been vaccinated, I have a responsibility to my clients and do not wish to, unknowingly, put someone who may already be immune-compromised at risk. The good news is technology is available to continue virtual appointments as I did last year. Your understanding is appreciated.

A new infusion therapy drug purported to treat mild Alzheimer’s, has been rushed through FDA approval despite serious concerns about its effectiveness as well as side effect including swelling and brain bleeding during clinical trials. If ineffective, this infusion therapy would cost thousands in out-of-pocket costs for Medicare Advantage members.

Bipartisan legislation that would establish electronic prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans has been introduced to House of Representatives. Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3107) would establish electronic prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans allowing for real-time decisions on tests and services commonly approved. Electronic PA would improve patient access to timely care and reduce paperwork and appeals.

Medicare recipients in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia may be eligible for a Special Election to make a plan change. Please contact us for futher information.

Biden Adminsitration has approved a Special Enrollment Period for individual health plans. If you missed the annual enrollment, you now have until August 15, 2021, to choose a plan.

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