How I Selected My Medicare Plan
Published November 26, 2022
I don’t know how many people think about the day they are going to retire before it gets close, but I know I didn’t. With a job I loved in broadcast radio for decades, and at WCCO for 32 years, retirement always seemed like it was a long way off — until it wasn’t.
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Combating Ageism in Health Care
Published October 29, 2022
For many seniors, ageism — systematic stereotyping and discrimination based on age — can
pose a barrier to finding quality care. The solution? It starts with education. That means
training physicians and providers to identify ageism in the field...
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A Snowbird's Guide to Choosing a Medicare Plan
Published October 15, 2022
For Minnesota’s retirees, migrating to warmer climates during the winter means plenty of
opportunities to stay active. But it can also raise questions about Medicare coverage across
state lines. Thankfully, UCare has plans offering...
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Keys to Enjoying a Healthy Retirement
Published December 4, 2021
Increased life expectancy means Americans are living healthy lives well into retirement. But
these added years can also mean living long enough to experience health challenges. So how
can retirees continue to enjoy a high quality of life? It starts with small steps.
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How UCare De-complicates Medicare
Published November 27, 2021
Medicare has evolved significantly over past decades, and people aging into it are left with
questions every year about what option is right. Here’s what to know about Medicare today,
as well as what to consider when choosing a plan.
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Striving Toward Health and Racial Equity in Our Community and Our Industry
Published October 30, 2021
From food and housing insecurity to provider bias, health and racial inequity are
intertwined. In Minnesota, preventable deaths caused by racial disparities cost from $1.2 to
$2.9 billion annually. Here’s how UCare...
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Medicare Shopping Tips: Why, When and How to Look For Coverage
Published October 16, 2021
For people with employer-provided health insurance, turning 65 means navigating multiple
options when it comes to Medicare. But which option will have the best outcomes? It depends
on the person. So it’s best to start planning early...
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