“There is clearly a shift taking place that impacts both long-term care and Medicare insurance,” declares Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare advocacy organization. Slome also heads the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance.
In-home support services is gaining popularity as an added benefit. “These benefits aid individuals with disabilities and medical conditions,” Slome explains. “It used to be relatively true that Medicare didn’t cover long-term care needs,” Slome admits. “That is no longer a universal given. Given the change we suggest insurance professionals learn about the limits of any coverage if available.”
According to the Association director, some 719 Medicare Advantage…