by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Oct 9, 2018 | Health Care
Medicare is the government health insurance program for Americans aged 65 or older. It’s administered by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services, and currently provides health insurance for more than 55 million people. Each year, seniors and others who receive... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Feb 13, 2018 | Health Care, Insurance, Medicare
The last thing any of us want to think about when traveling abroad is getting sick. Health care emergencies, however, can happen at any time. An important step toward ensuring a safe vacation is to plan ahead on how you will handle a health crisis before you leave... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Nov 28, 2017 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Health Care, Long Term Care
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease for yourself or a loved one can be emotionally devastating. Although you may have dealt with significant symptoms for an extended period of time, the diagnosis itself is significant. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s Disease.... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Nov 14, 2017 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Health Care, Medicare
Medicare Open Enrollment takes place each year between October 15th and December 7th. Seniors should take action during this time period to select the health care coverage that best meets their needs. These actions can include changing their coverage, joining a new... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Aug 29, 2017 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Health Care, Medicaid Planning
Each of us is aging. No matter how we may want to deny it, we grow older each day. The AARP shares that by 2020 there will be over 40 billion people who are over age 65. Although there are many benefits to growing older, it also means we need to consider a potentially... 
by Hougum Law Firm, LLC | Jul 6, 2017 | Estate Planning, Health Care, Power of Attorney
When it comes to your future, how protected do you feel right now? Did you celebrate Independence Day knowing that you and your family are protected against uncertainty, no matter what the future holds? What worries you? How do you get the peace of mind you...
