Mary Yuhasz Medicare Advice

10/31/2026

Call me if you need help making a decision or with enrollment . I do $0 no obligation health plan reviews .518-366-4813

10/03/2026

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10/03/2026

You should have received your annual notice of change, or notice of plan terminations. I am contracted with 12 companies in our area , if you have questions please reach out 518-366-4813 or [email protected]

10/02/2026

Great day hanging out with the Washington County OFA and answering questions about Medicare and the Annual Enrollment starting 10/15/2026 and going through 12/07/2026

09/29/2026

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: September 28, 2026

SARATOGA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ENACT COUNTY PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR 100% DISABLED VETERANS

Local Law 5 of 2026 Provides Tax Relief for Fully Disabled Veterans by Exempting Property Taxes Levied by Saratoga County

SARATOGA COUNTY, NY – Saratoga County Board of Supervisors unanimously enacted a property tax exemption for fully disabled veterans at its September Board Meeting. The Local Law provides tax relief for wartime veterans with a 100% Permanent & Total Disability Compensation rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or who have a finding of Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) from the VA and have a Permanent and Total designation.

The property tax exemption applies to only the County’s portion of the property tax bill, providing qualified veterans with a full exemption of property taxes levied by Saratoga County. This local law doesn’t affect property taxes levied by other taxing jurisdictions, such as a city, town, village, special district, or school district which must separately elect to offer the full exemption on property taxes they levy.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Phil Barrett (Clifton Park) said, “We want veterans and their families to know they are valued members of our community and that Saratoga County is a place where they can put down roots. By exempting the county’s portion of the property tax bill, we’re providing meaningful tax relief that may help eligible veterans who have sustained serious service-related disabilities stay in their home or purchase a home right here in Saratoga County. On behalf of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, I’m proud to continue our long-standing support of our veterans with enacting this local law that will make a real difference for many veterans and their families.”

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair and Chair of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ian Murray (Saratoga) said, “Fully disabled wartime veterans have made tremendous sacrifices to protect the freedoms and communities we value, and we believe that commitment deserves to be recognized. This property tax exemption provides a tangible way to show our appreciation to veterans who in the course of their duty sustained a 100% disability and supports Saratoga County’s ongoing appreciation of our many veterans and their families.”

To qualify, the applicant must be a qualified owner as defined in SECTION 458-a of the NYS Real Property Tax Law; and
• be an eligible veteran with a 100% Permanent & Total Disability Compensation rating by the VA; OR
• have a Total Disability due to Unemployability (TDIU) designation by the VA; AND have a Permanent and Total designation.

The exemption is part of Section 458-a of the Real Property Tax Law, and thus the same forms that are used now for the Alternative Veterans Property Tax Exemption, RP 458-a or RP 458-a-Dis, will be used for this exemption. Eligible veterans are encouraged to contact their local assessor’s office to ensure the required documentation is on file, even if they’ve already filed RP 458-a or RP-a-Dis. Assessors may request veterans re-apply with updated information.

The county property tax exemption for qualified veterans will be applied to the 2028 taxes.

Veterans with questions should contact their local assessor’s office. Veterans who need assistance accessing VA benefits may contact the Saratoga County Veterans Services Agency at 518-884-4115.

09/24/2026

Beautiful day for a picnic and learn about Aetna Medicare Advantage .

09/16/2026

Medicare Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) is a document required by Medicare from your current plan notifying you of the changes that are happening to your current plan for the upcoming year. Center for Medicare Services require that the document is post marked by Sept 30th each year or delivered electronically by Sept 30 via your email. Be sure to keep a lookout for this document. As always if you have any questions please reach out [email protected] or call 518-366-4813

09/11/2026

06/12/2026

The Medicare GPL1 bridge program is to start 7/1. Here is some information about the program . Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program will allow individuals enrolled in a Part D plan to access certain weight-loss drugs for a flat copay of $50 a month.

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), this temporary demonstration program will run through December 31, 2027. The goal is to make these treatments more affordable while the government evaluates long-term coverage models.

Here are the details you need to know about who qualifies, what is covered, and how to get started.

You must be enrolled in a standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan or a Medicare Advantage plan that includes drug coverage. (This excludes the MA-Only plans that do not include drug coverage.) However, because this is a medical demonstration, you cannot simply request the $50 rate at the pharmacy counter. Your doctor must submit a Prior Authorization showing you meet specific medical categories based on your Body Mass Index (BMI):

Tier 1: A BMI of 35 or higher (no other health conditions required).

Tier 2: A BMI of 30 to 34.9 plus at least one of these conditions: heart failure, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or chronic kidney disease.

Tier 3: A BMI of 27 to 29.9 plus at least one of these conditions: pre-diabetes, a history of a heart attack, a history of a stroke, or peripheral artery disease.

This program specifically excludes patients who have Type 2 diabetes, moderate-to-severe sleep apnea, or fatty liver disease, as those individuals are typically already eligible for GLP-1 coverage directly through standard Part D plans.

The $50 monthly price is the result of a negotiated agreement between the federal government and certain drug manufacturers. The program strictly covers specific brand-name formulations prescribed specifically for weight management:

Wegovy® (both the standard injectable and the newer oral tablet versions).

Zepbound® (strictly limited to the KwikPen® formulation; standard single-dose vials or pens are not covered).

Foundayo® (Eli Lilly’s newly approved oral pill).

Medications like Ozempic® and Mounjaro® are not part of this $50 weight-loss program because they are FDA-approved to treat Type 2 diabetes and are already handled under standard Medicare Part D

Because the Bridge program operates entirely outside of the traditional Medicare Part D design, there are some rules to keep in mind .

Out-of-Pocket Limits: The $50 monthly copay DOES NOT count toward your standard Part D deductible or your annual $2,100 out-of-pocket maximum.

Extra Help: Because the program includes a flat $50 copay for everyone who qualifies, the federal Low Income Subsidy (Extra Help) and New York State EPIC cost-sharing protections do not apply to this program.

Supply Limits: The program will only cover 28-day or 30-day supplies at a time.

You do not need to sign up for a new insurance plan to participate. If you think you meet the BMI and health criteria, schedule an appointment with your doctor. Your physician will need to write the prescription with specific instructions for the Bridge program, and they will submit the required medical paperwork directly to Humana who is the program’s central processor to approve your $50 rate.
( information taken from a post by Dan Alcorn on Linked In )

06/06/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Just ONE WEEK away! Make sure you register for Tackett Chiropractor’s “Run for the Ages” taking place on Saturday, June 13th!

Whether you run, walk, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome! Come out for a fun community event while supporting two amazing local non-profits:
💙 Big Brothers Big Sisters
💙 The Glens Falls Senior Center

Get active, enjoy the day, and support a great cause with family and friends!

📲 Scan the QR code below for more information and registration details.

We can’t wait to see everyone there! 👟