Healthcare

Programs that provide free or low-cost medical coverage, including doctor visits, hospital care, and prescriptions.

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Healthcare May 15, 2026

Your Grandchild Got Denied for CHIP Coverage — Here's What to Do Next

A CHIP denial doesn't have to be the final word. Learn the most common reasons children are rejected and how to appeal or reapply successfully.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 13, 2026

When Does Extra Help Start After Approval? How Medicare Part D Calculates Your Drug Costs Mid-Year

Approved for Extra Help mid-year? Learn how your Medicare Part D drug costs are recalculated, what changes right away, and what you may not be able to recover.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 12, 2026

CHIP Renewal Deadline Approaching? How Grandparents and Parents Can Keep Kids From Losing Coverage

Missing a CHIP renewal deadline can leave children without health insurance overnight. Here is how caregivers can stay ahead of the process and keep kids covered.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 9, 2026

How Medicare Savings Programs Automatically Enroll You in Extra Help — Saving You Up to $5,900 a Year on Prescription Drugs Without a Separate Application

Qualifying for a Medicare Savings Program automatically enrolls you in Extra Help for prescription drug costs — no extra paperwork needed. Learn how to claim this benefit.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 8, 2026

My Grandchild Has CHIP — Now What? How to Actually Use CHIP Insurance for Grandchildren

Enrolled your grandchild in CHIP? Learn how to find providers, understand copays, avoid coverage lapses, and make the most of every benefit available.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Healthcare May 5, 2026

How Medicaid Pays for Medical Equipment and Home Modifications: The Benefits That Help Seniors Stay Safe and Independent at Home

Medicaid durable medical equipment coverage for seniors can pay for wheelchairs, hospital beds, and even home modifications. Learn what qualifies and how to get it covered.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 3, 2026

Does Your Grandchild Qualify for CHIP? What Grandparents Raising Kids Need to Know

Raising a grandchild? CHIP may provide low-cost or free health coverage for kids in your care. Learn how eligibility works and how to apply.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Healthcare May 3, 2026

How to Use a Community Health Center as Your Affordable Healthcare Hub When You Split Time Between Two States

Snowbirds and part-year residents can find affordable healthcare between states at Community Health Centers, which offer sliding-scale fees in every state.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Healthcare May 2, 2026

What Does Extra Help Cover Under Medicare Part D? Insulin, Vaccines, and Specialty Drugs Explained

Extra Help covers far more than generic drugs. Learn how it caps insulin costs, covers recommended vaccines, and reduces costs on expensive specialty medications.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 2, 2026

How to Get Help Paying for Medicare Premiums Through Medicaid: What the Medicare Savings Programs Can Do for Your Budget

Millions of seniors on Medicare may qualify for Medicaid-funded Medicare Savings Programs that pay Part B premiums, deductibles, and copays — saving over $2,000 a year.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 2, 2026

Which Pharmacies Accept Extra Help Medicare Part D — And How to Avoid a Surprise Bill at the Counter

Extra Help can save you up to $5,300 a year on prescriptions, but not every pharmacy honors your benefits equally. Here is how to find one that does.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare April 29, 2026

Your Home, Car, and Savings Account Might Not Count Against You: The Extra Help Asset Rules Most People Get Wrong

Many Medicare recipients wrongly assume they have too many assets to qualify for Extra Help. Learn which assets are excluded and why you may still be eligible.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read