Seniors Struggle With Healthcare Promises

The healthcare system is supposed to support everyone, especially seniors who have dedicated their lives to serving others. However, some elderly individuals are finding that their healthcare coverage doesn't meet their needs. Donna Charett, a 80-year-old woman, is one of these individuals. She served in the Navy and the Army Reserves. She has only six teeth left, and she struggles to eat her favorite foods. She has been requesting dental implants for years, but the Veterans Affairs (V. A. ) has not approved them. She is anxiously awaiting a response from the V. A. regarding her implant requests. John Hillman, a 92-year-old man, is another senior facing healthcare challenges. He served in the Army in the 1950s and has been receiving care at Ochsner 65 Plus for several years. However, his insurance with UnitedHealthcare changed to a Medicare Advantage plan, and it's no longer accepted at Ochsner 65 Plus. He has to wait more than a year to see a new primary care doctor. He wonders if his insurance is worth it. Elmer Knab, a 90-year-old man, is a third senior struggling with healthcare. He fell and broke his hip in early May and had a partial hip replacement. His insurance, Humana Medicare Advantage, denied his request for inpatient rehab, offering a Skilled Nursing Facility instead. He opted to do inpatient rehab anyway, paying out of pocket. He is determined to get back to his active lifestyle. These seniors have dedicated their lives to serving others. They have earned their healthcare coverage. However, they are finding that their coverage doesn't meet their needs. They are struggling to get the care they need and deserve. It's time for the healthcare system to step up and support these seniors. Healthcare companies often talk about their commitment to members. They say they will assist with the appeals process to find the best possible solution. However, this is not always the case. Some seniors are finding that their appeals are denied, and they are left to struggle with their healthcare needs. It's important to remember that these are not just numbers or cases. These are real people with real needs. They have dedicated their lives to serving others, and they deserve to be supported in their old age. The healthcare system needs to do better. It needs to support these seniors and ensure that they get the care they need and deserve.