Half of Medicare beneficiaries did not visit the dentist during the past year because they couldn’t afford to. Melissa Burroughs of the advocacy group Care Quest says neglecting oral health can contribute to serious health issues in older people — including Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and diabetes. Worse yet, traditional Medicare does not cover routine dental care. As Melissa tells us, it’s time for that to change!
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You Earned This Podcast: “Teeth are Part of the Body Too!” aka “Medicare Should Cover Dental Coverage”
May 31, 2024