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May 2018 Durango~ La Plata Senior Center

2424 Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301 Monday—Friday 8am to 5pm 970-382-6445

www.co.laplata.co.us

Cinco De Mayo Celebration The holiday is a celebration of Mexico’s defeat in the Battle of Puebla in 1862

against the French army. For many of us it means Spring is here!

Friday, May, 4th 11:45am

Live music by: Lorraine Spaid

Mother’s Day Lunch

on May 11th at

11:30am! Join us for

live piano music

from: Lorraine

Spaid!

Front Desk and Lunch

Reservations 970-382-6445

Kitchen and Meals on Wheels

Cancellations 970-382-6441

Sheila Casey Senior Services

Director & Home Chores

970-382-6442

Carol Melcher Food Services

Manager 970-382-6435

Deb Snead Admin. Assistant

970-382-6429

Nancy Heirtzler Activities & Volunteers

970-382-6428

Liz Schmeiser Transportation

970-759-6309

Carla Marullo Transportation

970-769-2937

Annie Satariano ADRC Specialist

970-382-6444

Medicare Counseling Appointment

970-382-6367

The Durango/La Plata Senior Center will be

CLOSED Monday May 28th for

Memorial Day

Adventures in Dining!Adventures in Dining! Thursday, May 10th

Red Lobster in Farmington, NM

Depart the Senior Center at 4:00 pm. $8 for transportation

Must register in advance! 382-6428

1

Crunchy Baked

Tilapia

Coleslaw

Five way blend

Salad Bar

Wheat roll

Pineapple &

Mandarin oranges

2 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich Gravy

Whipped potatoes

Spinach

Salad bar

Apple

3 BBQ Sausage & Peppers Oven Browned Potatoes Cole Slaw Salad Bar Rye Roll Vanilla Pudding

4 Chicken Enchiladas Lettuce and tomatoes Pinto Beans Salad Bar Bananas & Oranges Flan Cinco De Mayo

7

Canadian Bacon

Pizza

Salad bar

Cinnamon apples

Banana

Oatmeal raisin cookie

*LPL Menu

8

BBQ Chicken

Sweet potato fries

Capri veggies

Salad bar

Wheat roll

Apple Blueberry Crisp

*LPL Menu

9 Shepard’s Pie Salad Bar Italian Bread Fresh Fruit

10

Chicken Parmesan

Wheat pasta

Zucchini

Garlic bread

Salad bar

Mixed fruit

White cake

*LPL Menu

11

Salmon w/ dill sauce

Wild rice pilaf

Broccoli & carrots

Wheat roll

Salad bar

Lemon Cake

Orange juice

Mother’s Day

14 Baked Ham Garlic Mashers Italian Green Beans Salad Bar Rye Roll Mandarin oranges

15

Swiss Steak

Whipped potatoes

California veggies

Salad bar

Wheat roll

Peaches

Magic Bars

16

Rosemary Pork

Loin

Sweet potatoes

Beets

Salad bar

Rye roll

Spiced applesauce

17

Lemon Tilapia

Wild rice

Mixed veggies

Wheat roll

Salad bar

Fresh fruit

18 19 Tortilla Burger

smothered with green chili

Pinto Beans Stewed Tomatoes Wheat tortilla Salad bar Fruited jello

21 Teriyaki Shrimp Brown Rice Roasted Vegetables Salad Bar Wheat Roll Honey Dew Mixed Sherbert

22 Chicken Alfredo Fettucine Salad Bar Garlic Bread Apple Crisp Banana

23 I Italian Sausage Italian Veggies Breadsticks Salad Bar Baked Apples

24 Hot Turkey Sandwich Whipped potatoes Brussels Salad Bar Wheat Bread Cranberry Apple salad

25 BBQ Pork Ribs Corn Creamy Coleslaw Salad Bar Wheat French roll Peaches

28

Closed for Memorial Day

29 Chicken Cacciatore Parsley noodles Spinach Salad Bar Wheat roll Apricots

30 Philly Steak Sandwich Roasted Potatoes Veggie Blend Salad Bar Oranges Choc. Chip cookies

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Reservations and Cancellations are Required! Call the desk at 382-6445 by 9:30am, Salad Bar is open at 11am Lunch is served at 12pm. All Meals served with 8oz Milk.. Meals on Wheels Inquiries: 382-6441

May 2018 Menu

Special dates in May: May 4: Cinco de Mayo May 11: Mother’s Day Celebration May 16: Unitarian Choir May 18 & 22: Lunch and Learn May 25: Memorial Day Lunch May 11 &25 Computer lab closured

May 1

Crunchy Baked Tilapia

Calories(kcal) 684.23

Carbohydrates(g)

101.21

Fiber(g) 11.68

Fat(g) 15.73

Sodium(mg) 1178.76

Protein(g) 38.14

2

Hot Roast Beef Sandwich


Carbohydrates(g) 107.52

Fiber(g) 14.33

Fat(g) 23.06

Sodium(mg) 597.60

Protein(g) 52.30

3

BBQ Sausage & Peppers



Fiber(g) 14.33

Fat(g) 32.37

Sodium(mg) 884.42

Protein(g) 42.33

4

Chicken Enchiladas



Fiber(g) 22.35

Fat(g) 19.71

Sodium(mg) 441.05

Protein(g) 59.02

7

Canadian Bacon Pizza


Carbohydrates(g)

98.19

Fiber(g) 10.41

Fat(g) 28.42

Sodium(mg) 1106.24

Protein(g) 31.83

8

BBQ Chicken


Carbohydrates(g)

111.39

Fiber(g) 11.92

Fat(g) 11.24

Sodium(mg) 844.80

Protein(g) 20.68

9

Shepard’s Pie



Fiber(g) 9.64

Fat(g) 17.64

Sodium(mg) 753.15

Protein(g) 37.47

10

Chicken Parmesan



Fiber(g) 14.31

Fat(g) 17.45

Sodium(mg) 660.32

Protein(g) 23.80

11

Salmon w/ dill sauce



Fiber(g) 10.45

Fat(g) 27.54

Sodium(mg) 350.78

Protein(g)36.52

14

Baked Ham


Carbohydrates(g)

109.23

Fiber(g) 10.08

Fat(g) 35.29

Sodium(mg) 822.61

Protein(g)31.72

15

Swiss Steak


Carbohydrates(g)

94.69

Fiber(g) 14.68

Fat(g) 20.06

Sodium(mg) 965.38

Protein(g) 80.37

16

Rosemary Pork Loin



Fiber(g) 12.38

Fat(g) 23.70

Sodium(mg) 775.68

Protein(g) 54.11

17

Lemon Tilapia



Fiber(g) 10.55

Fat(g) 17.72

Sodium(mg) 326.08

Protein(g) 44.45

18

Tortilla Burger



Fiber(g) 13.44

Fat(g) 22.52

Sodium(mg) 850.86

Protein(g) 45.85

21

Teriyaki Shrimp


Carbohydrates(g)

124.35

Fiber(g) 12.52

Fat(g) 14.18

Sodium(mg) 944.38

Protein(g) 44.38

22

Chicken Alfredo


Carbohydrates(g)

103.62

Fiber(g) 10.03

Fat(g) 20.54

Sodium(mg) 631.78

Protein(g) 41.59

23

Italian Sausage



Fiber(g) 13.70

Fat(g) 15.84

Sodium(mg) 1041.54

Protein(g) 32.67

24

Hot Turkey

Sandwich



Fiber(g) 13.12

Fat(g) 23.44

Sodium(mg) 484.72

Protein(g) 49.88

25

BBQ Pork Ribs


Carbohydrates(g)

106.20

Fiber(g) 9.94

Fat(g) 22.74

Sodium(mg) 1077.85

Protein(g) 58.02

28

Closed

Memorial Day

29

Chicken Cacciatore


Carbohydrates(g)

101.15

Fiber(g) 14.39

Fat(g) 30.94

Sodium(mg) 1071.99

Protein(g) 104.57

30

Philly Cheese Steak

Sandwich



Fiber(g) 13.13

Fat(g) 27.98

Sodium(mg) 498.82

Protein(g) 39.13

5 Top Foods for Eye Health

Reviewed by Taylor Wolfram, MS, RDN, LDN Published April 3, 2017

cliparts.co

Do your eyes have all the nutrients they need to help prevent cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma and other sight woes? Read on to learn about the top foods for eye health.

Kale: See the Light

This leafy green is a rich source of lutein and zeaxanthin, which are related to vitamin A and beta carotene, and are believed to protect eye tissues from sunlight damage and reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Other good sources of these nutrients include dark green leafy vegetables such as collard greens, turnip greens and spinach, broccoli, peas, kiwi, red grapes, yellow squash, oranges, corn, mangoes and honeydew melon. Your body needs fat to absorb lutein and zeaxanthin, so be sure to eat them with a bit of healthy fat such as a drizzle of olive oil. And kale isn't just a one-note food — it contains vitamin C and beta carotene, other eye-friendly nutrients.

Sweet Potatoes: The Color of Health

These orange tubers are a good source of beta carotene, which may slow progress of macular degeneration. Your body converts beta carotene to vitamin A, a nutrient that helps prevent dry eyes and night blindness. Beta carotene and vitamin A also help reduce the risk eye infections. Sweet potatoes not your favorite? For beta carotene, try other deep orange foods, which include carrots and butternut squash, plus dark green foods including spinach and collard greens. Liver, milk and eggs are other great sources of vitamin A.

But don't count on popping a pill to get these nutrients — your best sources of vitamins and antioxidants are from whole foods, since it may be a food's combination of nutrients that have a synergistic healing effect. And, similar to lutein and zeaxanthin, beta carotene and vitamin A are absorbed best when eaten with a little healthy fat such as olive oil.

Strawberries: Help You "C" Better

Fresh, juicy strawberries are a good thing for your eyes, and contain plenty of vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that can help lower your risk of cataracts. Also, be sure to load up your plate with other vitamin C-rich foods including bell peppers, broccoli, citrus (such as orange and grapefruit) and cantaloupe.

Salmon: Goodbye, Dry Eyes

Dry eyes? Eating enough omega-3 fatty acids can help alleviate the problem. Get some healthy fats every day in the form of salmon or other types of fish (two to three times per week), walnuts (which also contain eye-healthy vitamin E), flax and chia seeds. Salmon also is a good source of vitamin D, which helps protect against macular degeneration. You can also get vitamin D by downing sardines, mackerel, milk and orange juice fortified with vitamin D.

Green Tea: Antioxidant Powerhouse

A cup of green tea is more than relaxing and delicious — its antioxidants may help lower risk of developing cataracts and macular degeneration. Green tea contains healthful substances called catcehins, which are responsible for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Other foods that are that are high in catechins include red wine, chocolate, berries and apples. Black tea also boasts catechins, but in lower amounts than its green cousin.

May 18: Laurie Dickinson from 4CORE

will come and speak on water conserva-

tion.

May 22: Our nutritionist Lori Yenser will

come and enlighten us on how to be a

healthier version of ourselves

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 9am Crafts 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 9:30am Zumba 10:30am WYS 12:30pm Grand Dames 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm-3:30 Line Dancing

6pm Sanct.Dup.Bridge

2 9am TOPS 10:15am WYS 10:00 Caregiver Support 10:30am Int. Tai Chi 12:30pm Mah Jongg 12:30pm Queens Bridge 1pm Creative Music

3 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 10:30am WYS 10:45 Widow’s Group 12pm 299’er Bridge 12:45pm Canasta 1pm DAV Meeting 1:30 Line Dancing

4 9am Quilting 9:30am Zumba 10am Int. Tai Chi 12pm Bridge 12:30pm Cribbage 12:45 Thrift Staff mtg. 1pm Bingo 1pm Medicare Counseling 2:30pm Penny Ante 6pm SJ Square Dancers

7 9:30am AAA Meeting 10am VIP 10:15am WYS 12:30pm Rec. Bridge 12:45pm Canasta 1pm Gentle Yoga 1pm Movie Monday 1pm Pool

8 9am Crafts 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 9:30am Zumba 10:30am WYS 12:10pm Lunch & Learn 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm-3:30 Line

Dancing1:30 Staff Meeting

6pm Sanct.Dup.Bridge

9 9am TOPS 10:15am WYS 10:30am Int. Tai Chi 12:30pm Mah Jongg 12:30pm Misfits Bridge 3pm Belly Dance Club

10 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 10am Don’s Deal 10:30am WYS 12pm 299’er Bridge 12:30pm Carolyn’s 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm Line Dance 4pm Adv. in Dining

11 9am Quilting 9:30am Zumba 10am Int. Tai Chi 12pm Bridge 12:30pm Cribbage 1pm Bingo 1pm Medicare Counseling 1:15pm Writing Group 2:30pm Penny Ante 6pm SJ Square Dancers

14 10am Int. Bridge Lesson 10:15am WYS 10:30 Belly Dance 12:30pm Rec. Bridge 12:45pm Dominoes 1pm Coloring group 1pm Movie Monday: 1pm Pool

15 9am Crafts 9:15 Beginning Tai Chi 9:30 Zumba 10:00am AARP 12:30pm Grand Dames 12:45 Canasta 6pm Sanct.Dup.Bridge

16 9am TOPS 10:15am WYS 10:00 Caregiver Support 10:30am Int. Tai Chi 12:30pm Mah Jongg 12:30pm Queens Bridge

17 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 10:30am WYS 10:45 Widow’s Group 11:30am Preschool Dress Rehearsal 12pm 299’er Bridge 12:30pm Crazy 8’s Bridge 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm Line Dancing

18 9am Quilting Workshop 9:30am Zumba 10am Int. Tai Chi 12pm Bridge 12:30pm Cribbage 2:30pm Penny Ante 6pm SJ Square Dancers

21 10am Int. Bridge Lesson 10:15am WYS 12:30pm Rec. Bridge 12:45pm Canasta 1:00pm Coloring Group 1pm Gentle Yoga 1pm Movie Monday 1pm Pool

22 8:30am Glucose Checks 9am Crafts 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 9:30am Zumba 10:30am WYS 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm-3:30 Line Dancing 3:00pm-5:00 Behavioral Health Team Meeting 6pm Sanct.Dup.Bridge

23 9am TOPS 10:15am WYS 10:30am Int. Tai Chi 12:30pm Mah Jongg 12:30pm Misfits Bridge

24 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 10:30am WYS 12pm 299’er Bridge 12:30pm 2nd&4th Thursday Bridge 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm Line Dancing

25 9am Quilting 9:30am Zumba 10am Int. Tai Chi 10:00am Don’s Deal 12pm Bridge 12:30pm Cribbage 1pm Bingo 1pm Medicare Counseling 1:15pm Writing Group 2:30pm Penny Ante 6pm SJ Square Dancers

28

Closed for Memorial

Day

29 8:30am Glucose Checks 9am Crafts 9:15am Begin Tai Chi 9:30am Zumba 10:30am WYS 12:45pm Canasta 1:30pm-3:30 Line Dancing 6pm Sanct.Dup.Bridge

30 9:00am Tops 9:15am Int.Tai Chi 10:15am WYS 12:30-5:00 Mah Jongg

31 9:15am Beginning Tai Chi 10:30am WYS 12:30pm 299’er Bridge 1pm Line Dancing

May 2018 Activities Schedule

Tai Chi is an ancient

Chinese tradition that is still

practiced as a graceful form of

exercise. Tai Chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing

movements. It can help improve

balance and lessen health issues such as diabetes, osteoporosis and

arthritis.

Suggested donation is:

$25 for a one month session

Beginning Class Tues/Thurs at 9:15 Starting Tuesday, May 2nd

Intermediate Class Wed at 10:30am & Fri at 10am Starting

Wednesday, May 3rd

Scholarships to

take any class

are available from

the COA! Fill out

an application form

which can be

found in the lobby

at the Senior

Center! Eligibility is

based on income.

Zumba Dance your way to a

healthier you! Zumba is a fun, energetic class involving dance and

aerobic elements. It is a low-impact workout with

fun world music and easy to follow instructions,

providing a fun and social workout!

Cost is $25 for 4 week

session.

9:30am-10:15am

Tuesdays and Fridays

Line Dancing

On Thursday afternoon, May 10th, there

won’t be any country line dance music

emanating from the dining room. Our

Durango Line Dancers are invited to

Farmington that afternoon to the annual

Cinco De Mayo dance party. Show them

what you’ve got line dancers! We’re proud

of you! $25.00 for 8 week session.

Classes will resume on Thursday May 17th.

Beginning Class:

Thursdays at

1:30pm

Traditional Class:

Thursdays at

2:30pm

Watch Your Step Try this fun class that will work every muscle in the body! The instructors use hand weights, resistance bands, playground balls and balancing techniques to keep students strong and healthy! Connie teaches on Monday and Wednesday with music in a fun-filled class. Nancy teaches Tuesday and Thursday for those who like to laugh while building a strong body and improving balance and coordination. Two sessions offered for May/June: $25 each for an 8 week session

Mon/ Wed at 10:15am-11:15am starting Monday, May 1st

Tues/Thurs at 10:30am –11:30am starting Tuesday, May 2nd

For more information about activities, please

contact Nancy at 970-382-6428

Walking Group

Every Wednesday at

12:50pm - 1:10pm

Meet in the lobby

Come join us for a fun

time it’s free!

TOPS Take Off The Pounds Sensibly- Every Wednesday in

the Window Room. Weigh-in starts at 8:30am, Meeting from 9am-10am. First meeting is free. Call Ellen at 970-749-2799 for more information.

VIP Visually Impaired Persons- This support group meets the 2nd Monday of the month, May 7th,at 10am in the Sun Room.

Site Committee Meeting- Share your new ideas to enhance the Senior Center. Next

meeting time will be on May 24th at 1pm. Family Caregiver Support Group- 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 10:00 am in the

Sun Room or Window Room.

DAV Disabled American Veterans-This support group meets the first Thursday of the month, May 3rd at 1:00pm.

AARP– This group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, May 15th at 10am in the Window Room.

Widow/Widower’s Support Group– This group meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month

from 10:45am to 11:45am in the Window Room. Medicare Counseling– Private consultation and advice for people who have questions about

Medicare. This service is by appointment only, on the 2nd and 4th Friday of this month, May 11th and May 25th, from 1pm-3pm. Call 970-382-6428 for an appointment.

Memoir Writing

Wouldn’t it be fun to write about experiences you have had

in your lifetime to share with your children and grandchildren? Just

putting pen to paper helps you remember details you have not thought

about for years.

Everyone has a story to tell.

Join this small group, led by Lorraine Rombeck (970-259-2630) at 1:15 the second and fourth Friday of each

month in the Sunroom.

If you want to write a mystery or anything else, that’s OK too!

Here are some tips to stay safe on social media:

1. Use a strong password. The longer and more complicated,

the more secure it will be. And now that you are reading this, take

the opportunity to change your password.

2. Use a different password for each of your accounts. And not

just for social media accounts but for ALL of your websites that

require passwords. I've said it before and I'll say it again, do not

use the same password for every site.

3. Set up a two factor authentication for signing into a site. Most

social media sites have this as an option.

4. If you have social media apps on your phone, be sure to pass-

word protect your device.

5. Be selective with friend requests. If you don't know the per-

son, don't accept their request. It could be a fake account.

6. Click links with caution. Social media accounts are regularly

hacked. Look out for language or content that does not sound

like something your friend would post.

7. Be careful about what you share. Don't reveal sensitive per-

sonal information i.e.: home address, financial information,

phone number. The more you post, the easier it is to have your

identity stolen. If you answer a post 'what was your first phone

number?," or "what was the name of your college mascot?" are

you providing clues for what your password is?

Become familiar with the privacy policies of the social media

channels you use and customize your privacy settings to control

who sees what.

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Unitarian Universalist Choir is

coming to perform during lunch on

May 16, Wednesday.

A group of dedicated singers who

want to spread some joyful music to the

community

Come and hear some beautiful voices and

relax through lunch.

Our Thrift Store is doing well thanks to our

dedicated volunteers. It is our goal to focus on

the needs of seniors who otherwise would not

have t he support the COA offers. As Part of this

effort to increase awareness to the community

of services for our seniors, we will participate

in a multi family yard sale on May 19.

Located at Waterfall Village on county Rd 203.

from 8:00am-4:00pm (weather permitting)

Our items will still be the cheapest items in

town!

All are welcome to stop by.

Thank you for the generous support of

St.Columba Church Helping Hands

Group for assistance with smaller

purchases and special needs. There are

funds still available!

They have also donated passes for the

Opportunity Bus.

Please contact Annie for more

information at 970-382-6444

To All The

Vita Volunteers

Who Worked So Diligently

Through Tax Season Helping

People With Their Income Tax

Returns We Want To Say:

Thank You

Council on Aging (COA) NEWS:

COA is seeking input about Senior issues that

are not being addressed in La Plata County. Call

our secretary with any suggestions. Consider

signing up for a membership. The $2 membership

fee supports seniors in La Plata County!

Call COA Secretary at 970-903-1575.

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado

If you are a resident of La Plata and San Juan Counties we have assistance for durable medical equipment, eye-glasses, etc., and gas vouchers for medical visits in Du-

rango. Please see Annie, or call 970.382.6444 for

more information about extra food assistance in our community.

From the Office of Inspector General (OIG), U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

Medicare Advantage plans save money by providing services that are monitored by the plan. This method is similar to the older version of health maintenance organizations (HMOs) but with much tighter rules that the plans must follow. Approximately 20 percent of Medicare recipients choose the Advantage Plan option.

How the Scam Works

One method is for a fraudulent physician to begin increasing the number of diagnoses on the chart. These inflated diagnoses are then submitted to Medicare, which pays a higher monthly fee to the physician (capitated payment) because the patient appears sicker on paper.

Another method involves a sales representative who wants to talk to you about her version of the Medicare Advantage plan. The beneficiary may give some information such as name, address, and Medicare card. Without realizing it, the fraudulent sales representative has signed up the benefi-ciary for her plan without his knowledge or consent.

Another tactic involves a sales representative offering incentives such as food, trips, or “free” items in return for signing up for his program. Medicare prohibits these kinds of sales tactics, and they are illegal marketing schemes.

How to Fight Back

Make sure your diagnoses in your records are accurate. Question a sudden rise in the number or se-verity of diagnoses that are in your medical records.

Feel free to talk to vendors about the Medicare Advantage plans they have to offer. You might find a good deal for you. However, during the talk with the sales representative, make sure you do not give any personal information. She absolutely does not need this in order to tell you about the plan.

Make sure you do not receive any gifts or services in return for signing up for any Medicare plan. These

are an illegal marketing and incentive plan and are considered “kickbacks.”

Let's Face(book) it. Everyone shares too much info on the web.

From Cambridge Analytica Data misuse to daily hacking, what you share on social media is a veritable orchard of private

information waiting to be harvested. The primary way that your data is grabbed is by answering all those posts that

seem harmless. You've seen these posts from your "friends" asking for your response: what was the name of your first

pet, where did you go on your first airplane ride, what was your first car, etc. Those posts circulate quickly, allowing

hackers to gather data about you. They then build a profile about you, and what they do from there is up to the hacker.

But bottom line, you are giving away your information every time you click on, answer, or 'Like' a post.

What happens with your Facebook profile is entirely up to you, IF you're willing to take a little extra time to look into

your security options and settings. If one of your friends tags you in a photo from last Saturday night, it's simple to un-

tag yourself -- or even set your privacy settings so that you never get tagged at all. By digging into your privacy and

notification settings, as well as looking into the apps that you have downloaded and connected through Facebook, you

can make sure nobody ever sees anything you don't want them to see, and you're notified the second anybody else says

anything about you.

Reading your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN)

If you have Original Medicare, you typically receive an MSN from Medicare

every three months. Your MSN is not a bill. To understand your MSN:

Read the definitions and descriptions of services carefully.

Check the notes section. This is where Medicare may further explain

its payment decisions or give you other important information.

If a service you received is not covered, you should appeal. Instructions

and deadlines regarding appeals will be on the final page of your MSN,

titled “How to Handle Denied Claims or File an Appeal.”

If you are unsure of anything on your MSN, or if you lose an MSN or

need a duplicate copy, call 1-800-MEDICARE or visit

www.mymedicare.gov.

This is what one section of your MSN might look like:

The date you received the service. Keep

your bills and compare them to your MSN

to check that you

The total amount that your provider can bill

you. You will receive a separate bill from your

provider for any charges you

This column says if your claim was approved or denied. If

your claim was denied when you don’t believe it should

have been, you should appeal.

Note: You will not receive an MSN during

a quarter if Medicare has not been billed

for any services you have received in that

quarter.

http://www.mymedicare.gov/

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