COVID-19 | Medigap Life

First SARS-CoV-2 Home Diagnostic Test Approved

May 12, 2020/in COVID-19, email, News /by admin

The first SARS-CoV-2 home diagnostic test was approved on April 21, 2020. The test was developed by Labcorp. The initial plans are to make the test available to healthcare workers.

The test however, can not be used in states such as Maryland, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island because those states currently only allow tests to be administered by physicians.

Kaiser Family Health News reports the story in detail here https://www.kff.org/coronavirus-policy-watch/at-home-sars-cov-2-diagnostic-tests-could-be-a-breakthrough-but-what-are-the-limitations/.

COVID-19 and Pets

May 8, 2020/in COVID-19, email, News /by admin

We’re still learning about how #COVID19 affects animals, but it appears that people can spread the virus to animals in some situations. Until we know more, limit contact with pets if you are sick or feeling sick. For more info, see: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html.

The Coronavirus Self Checker Named Clara

May 8, 2020/in COVID-19, email, News /by admin

Everyone can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Coronavirus Self-Checker, also known as Clara, can help you decide when to call your doctor if you are feeling sick. Try the symptom checker here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/index.html#cdc-chat-bot-open

Medicare Payment for Lab Services

May 7, 2020/in COVID-19, News /by admin

Medicare Payment for Lab Services

Where Medicare Beneficiaries Can Get Tested for COVID-19

May 7, 2020/in COVID-19, News /by admin

Where Medicare Beneficiaries Can Get Tested for COVID-19

New rules to support and expand COVID-19 diagnostic testing for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries

May 7, 2020/in COVID-19, News /by admin

CMS announces changes in Medicare due to Coronavirus

Our Silversneakers Free Workout Finds This Week

May 6, 2020/in COVID-19, email, News /by admin

Our Silversneakers Free Workout Finds This Week

If you have recently moved, it may affect your Medicare

May 6, 2020/in COVID-19, email, News /by admin

If you have recently moved, it may affect your Medicare

Do you need Hearing Benefits that fit your needs?

May 6, 2020/in COVID-19, News /by admin

Do you need Medicare Hearing Benefits? Have your needs changed? Now may be a good time to review your Medicare benefits and find out if they fit your needs.