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Sarah Seymour, RN, a caregiver on the hospital’s oncology unit (11 South), is the 2025 Margaret McLaren Nursing Excellence Award Winner.  McLaren Flint honored Sarah and 21 other nominees at a May 8 ceremony.  The excellence award is named after Margaret McLaren, RN, who served as Superintendent of McLaren General Hospital and its predecessor, the Women’s Hospital, for 27 years. When McLaren General Hospital opened in October 1951, the facility was named in her honor, making it the first hospi...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content What is Medicare Part D and How Does It Work?   Medicare Part D offers prescription drug coverage. It’s a good idea to enroll in Medicare Part D as soon as you’re eligible for Medicare so you won’t have any enrollment penalties or gaps in your coverage. What is Medicare Part D? Medicare Part D plans cover prescription drugs to lower the cost of ...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content What Is and Is Not Covered by a Medicare Advantage Plan? Medicare Advantage plans offer comprehensive health care coverage. These plans cover hospital and medical care, and may also provide dental and vision coverage, hearing health services, and prescription drug coverage. Here’s a closer look at what is and what is not covered by Medicare Advantage...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Medicare Card Replacement Your red, white, and blue Medicare card makes it easy to access health care coverage. This card displays your name, your Medicare number, and the date your Medicare Part A and Part B coverage started. You’ll need to bring this card with you when you visit your doctor as proof that you have Medicare coverage. But what happens...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content What’s Covered and Not Covered by Original Medicare Original Medicare covers a range of health care services. This includes hospital care, medical care, and preventive care. But there’s a lot that Original Medicare does not cover. That’s why we offer Medicare Advantage plans to help you get the right health care coverage. What is Original Medicare? O...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Shelley Wyant  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage Choosing between Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage can be a big decision. As you weigh your options, you’ll need to consider coverage and costs. Original Medicare Coverage Original Medicare is the federal health insurance program for older adults over 65. It is divided into Part A and Part B, each with u...

Written by: Vanessa Jerusalimiec (*Amsive Digital)  |  Reviewed by: Kristin Van Dusen  |  *MHP partners with Amsive Digital on news content Applying for Medicare While Still Working Are you turning 65? You can enroll in Medicare as soon as you reach 65, even if you’re still working. But before you apply for Medicare while still working, you’ll need to consider your current health insurance coverage. Can You Get Medicare While Still Working? If you’re still working at age 65, you can ...