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Does Your Health Insurance Cover Nutrition Counseling?
Good nutrition is foundational to overall health. Yet, for years, visits with registered dietitians were treated as out-of-pocket luxuries. That’s...
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The Basics of Medicare - Part B
Carl Ritz Video: To get the most out of your Medicare coverage, it’s important to understand what the different parts of the Medicare program...
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Health Insurance for Self-Employed Professionals: What Are Your Options?
If you're self-employed, you already wear a lot of hats: CEO, accountant, marketer, and everything in between. One of the biggest responsibilities...
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What to Do If You Get a Surprise Medical Bill
Susan scheduled what she thought would be a routine outpatient procedure, an endoscopy recommended by her doctor. She confirmed the hospital was...
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The Basics of Medicare Part A
Video Tutorial: To get the most out of your Medicare insurance coverage, it’s important to understand what the different parts of the Medicare...
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Coverage for College Students: Are They Still Protected Under Your Plan?
As a parent, sending your child off to college means you're already thinking about tuition, dorms, textbooks, and meal plans. But what about their...
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With Retirement Comes Medicare - Video Guide on Medicare
Video Guide for Medicare: How Do I Choose Medicare Coverage When I Retire? from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. Many people are uncertain about their choices...
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Why Some Doctors Prefer Patients with Medicare Supplement Plans
As more Americans age into Medicare, the choices between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans have become increasingly...
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Beat the Heat: Smart Ways to Stay Cool All Summer Long
When summer temperatures soar, staying cool isn’t just about comfort; it’s about staying safe. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are real concerns...
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Top 10 U.S. Roadside Attractions to Visit this Summer
One of the joys of a summer road trip is stumbling upon those quirky, larger-than-life roadside attractions that turn a simple drive into an...
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Term Life Insurance vs. Accidental Death and Dismemberment: What’s the Difference?
If you’re exploring ways to protect your family financially, you may come across two common options: term life insurance and accidental death and...
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Retirees - Get the Facts on Medicare
Video Tip from Carl Ritz 5 Important Medicare Facts for Pre-Retirees from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. Most Americans who turn 65 are eligible for Medicare...
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Bikes, Kayaks, and Rooftop Gear: What Your Insurance Covers
Summer road trips often mean loading up your vehicle with extra gear. Bicycles on a hitch rack, kayaks strapped to roof rails, and storage bins...
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ER, Urgent Care, or Virtual Visit? Where to Go and What It’ll Cost You
When unexpected health issues arise, it can be easy to panic and head straight for the emergency room. But depending on the situation, there may be...
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Medicare Advantage Plans - Why you May Benefit
Video tip from Vimeo: Medicare Advantage Plans from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. Medicare Advantage plans are an alternative to basic - or so-called...
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- Does Your Health Insurance Cover Nutrition Counseling?
- The Basics of Medicare - Part B
- Health Insurance for Self-Employed Professionals: What Are Your Options?
- What to Do If You Get a Surprise Medical Bill
- The Basics of Medicare Part A
- Coverage for College Students: Are They Still Protected Under Your Plan?
- With Retirement Comes Medicare - Video Guide on Medicare
- Why Some Doctors Prefer Patients with Medicare Supplement Plans
- Beat the Heat: Smart Ways to Stay Cool All Summer Long
- Top 10 U.S. Roadside Attractions to Visit this Summer
- Term Life Insurance vs. Accidental Death and Dismemberment: What’s the Difference?
- Bikes, Kayaks, and Rooftop Gear: What Your Insurance Covers
- ER, Urgent Care, or Virtual Visit? Where to Go and What It’ll Cost You
- Walk First, Wander Later: The Travel Hack You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner
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- Medicare Facts - Part D
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