Healthcare

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

110 articles

Healthcare May 25, 2026

How Medicaid Handles Income That Goes Up and Down: What Seniors with Variable Income Need to Know

If your income fluctuates from part-time work, seasonal jobs, or irregular withdrawals, Medicaid eligibility with variable income for seniors has important rules you should understand.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 22, 2026

Does Extra Help Change What Your Doctor Can Prescribe? What Medicare Patients Need to Know About Formulary Rules

Extra Help can slash your drug costs to near zero, but it doesn't erase your Part D plan's formulary rules. Here's what Medicare patients need to know.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 21, 2026

CHIP Coverage Across State Lines: What Grandparents and Parents Need to Know When Families Move or Travel

Does CHIP coverage transfer to another state? Learn how benefits vary, what happens during a move, and how to avoid gaps in your child's health coverage.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 18, 2026

If Your Income Suddenly Drops, Extra Help Can Be Yours Faster Than You Think — Here's How to Report a Life Change for Extra Help Medicare Eligibility

A mid-year income drop can make you eligible for Extra Help Medicare benefits right away. Learn how to report a life change and fast-track your Extra Help eligibility review.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 17, 2026

How Getting Married, Divorced, or Widowed Can Change Your Medicaid Eligibility Overnight: What Seniors Need to Know Before a Life Event Costs Them Coverage

Marriage, divorce, or losing a spouse can instantly shift your Medicaid eligibility. Learn what to report, when, and how to protect your coverage.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 17, 2026

CHIP Doesn't Cover Everything: The Out-of-Pocket Costs Grandparents and Parents Are Often Surprised By

CHIP provides vital health coverage for millions of children, but what CHIP insurance does not cover can catch families off guard. Here's what to expect and how to plan.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Healthcare May 16, 2026

How to Get Affordable Dental and Vision Care for Seniors Without Coverage When Medicare Falls Short

Medicare skips routine dental and vision care, leaving many seniors with big bills. Community Health Centers offer sliding-scale fees that can make care genuinely affordable.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Healthcare May 15, 2026

How to Use a Community Health Center for Chronic Disease Management and Prescription Savings

Community health centers offer sliding-scale care for older adults on fixed incomes, including chronic disease management, lab work, and prescription assistance — no matter your insurance status.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

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