How Motivational Interviewing Can Empower Your Clients (TX-143-24-034)-How Motivational Interviewing Can Empower Your Clients (Slides)

How Motivational Interviewing Can Empower Your Clients (Slides)

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This document is a presentation on navigating Medicare hearing aid benefits. It covers the difference between original Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement plans, and the role of Third-Party Administrators. It provides information on determining whether a Medicare Advantage plan offers a hearing aid benefit or discount, and how to identify carriers administering Medicare Advantage plans in your region. The impact of participation or non-participation in these plans on your business is evaluated.<br /><br />The document explains that Medicare does not directly cover hearing aids but allows billing for routine physical checkups, eye examinations, immunizations, and eyeglasses. It discusses the different options available for beneficiaries, including Part A, Part B, Part D, Supplement plans, and Advantage plans. It outlines the history and development of Medicare Advantage plans and the additional benefits they offer, such as dental, vision, and hearing coverage.<br /><br />The document emphasizes the distinction between offering a benefit and offering access to hearing aids, noting that Advantage plans often provide access through discounts rather than full coverage. It also advises on how to determine coverage by checking the patient's insurance card and using online resources to search for plan details.<br /><br />The presentation highlights the growing popularity of Advantage plans and the potential business implications for hearing aid providers. It explores the pros and cons of participating in discount plans and offers a comparison between fee-for-service and participating provider models. The document underscores the importance of understanding the specifics of each plan and its impact on the bottom line of the provider.<br /><br />The presentation concludes with resources for further information and contact details for the presenter.

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Medicare hearing aid benefits

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Medicare Supplement plans

Third-Party Administrators

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carriers administering Medicare Advantage plans

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Medicare Advantage plans and business implications