Limestone County SenioRx Program

08/31/2026

🚨 Scam Smart Tip
Stay one step ahead of scammers.

08/31/2026

Has your income changed since 2024? Don’t pay more for Medicare than you should.

If you’ve received an IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount) notice and recently retired, reduced your work hours, lost a spouse, or experienced another qualifying life-changing event, you may be able to request a new IRMAA determination.

This infographic explains:
• How IRMAA works
• Why 2024 income is used for 2026 premiums
• When you may qualify for a new determination
• Where to get unbiased Medicare help

Have you ever been surprised by an IRMAA notice? Share your experience below.

08/28/2026

MedCare helps seniors 65+ access Medicare-covered telehealth. Talk or Chat with a licensed doctor from home without travel or long waits.

08/27/2026

We've noticed a lot of questions and confusion about Medicare's Annual Wellness Visit and whether Medicare covers preventive care.

One common misconception is that the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is the same as a traditional physical exam. While they're different, the Annual Wellness Visit plays an important role in helping you stay healthy by reviewing health risks, medications, preventive screenings, and creating a personalized prevention plan.

Medicare also covers many preventive services, including certain screenings, vaccines, and counseling services.

💬 What surprised you most about the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Medicare will not call to verify your Medicare number. They will also never threaten to cancel your benefits if you refuse to give it to them. This is a sign the caller is a scammer. If you get a call asking for your Medicare number, hang up.

If you did give out your Medicare number, don't panic. Contact the SMP to report it and get help on the next steps.

08/26/2026

Are you 65 and still working? Covered by retiree coverage? On COBRA?

Many people assume employer insurance, retiree coverage, and COBRA all work the same way with Medicare. They don't.

Learn when Medicare may be primary, when you can delay enrollment, and how to avoid costly penalties or coverage gaps.

Need help with your specific situation? SHIP offers one-on-one, unbiased Medicare counseling and education. Their trained counselors can help you understand your options and navigate Medicare's often confusing rules and deadlines.

08/20/2026

Many heart attacks start with chest pain, but there can be other signs of a heart attack too, especially for women. Know the signs 💔 and call 911 when they're present.