Search Results for: Medicare
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UPMC’s Pioneering Thyroid Cancer Test Is Now Covered by Medicare
The ThyroSeq Genomic Classifier was approved for coverage by Medicare, the first step to making it available to more than 50 million people nationwide.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, UPMC Next
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How Do Doctor Referrals Work?
If you need to see a specialist, you may need a referral from your PCP. Much of the process depends on your insurance coverage. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Working After 65? Managing and Planning Your Retirement Timeline
When it comes to working after 65, you're not alone. Find out how this growing trend affects your savings, health care costs, and Medicare benefits.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Working Together: UPMC Gives You the Care and Coverage You Need
Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people age 65 and older and certain people who qualify as disabled. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Aging in Place?
Many seniors choose to live independently. Find out why aging at home is important, and how to help a loved older adult stay safe and healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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What Are Hospice Services?
What is hospice care? How is hospice and palliative care different? When should hospice care start? UPMC provides the answers to FAQs on hospice care.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Home Health Care?
Home health care is an alternative to care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Here's what home health care is, who qualifies, and why it's important.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Health Disparities Q&A with George Robinson II, MBA
George Robinson II, MBA, is director of UPMC Supplier Diversity and Inclusion, which provides minority-owned, woman-owned, and disadvantaged businesses, as well as LGBTQIA+ and veteran-owned enterprises with equal access to procurement opportunities at UPMC and UPMC Health Plan.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness
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Health Disparities Q&A with Rep. Patty Kim, Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Patty Kim of Dauphin County represents Pennsylvania's current 103rd legislative district. Learn more about her in this Q&A.Read More
Categorized as: Policy and Advocacy
